I bought this about 30+ years ago only because I thought it was unusual and loved the blue colours. I am not a collector and therefore knew nothing of the piece or even of Troika Pottery, until a few years ago when I happened to see a picture of a similar piece in a book. My piece has been in storage for the most part of my ownership. It is undamaged. The designer is
Avril Bennet. The grey side has what I'd describe as a globe on a stand and a "Play button" arrow on the top right corner. I've tried pressing the play button but the globe does not spin. ;-)
Troika Cornwall Chimney Vase by Avril Bennett 1973-79.
Blue chimney vase by Avril Bennet circa 1973 – 1979 Signed Troika Cornwall England and the artist's monogram at the base
I bought this about 30+ years ago only because I thought it was unusual and loved the blue colours. I am not a collector and therefore knew nothing of the piece or even of Troika Pottery, until a few years ago when I happened to see a picture of a similar piece in a book. My piece has been in storage for the most part of my ownership. It is undamaged. The designer is Avril Bennet. The grey side has what I'd describe as a globe on a stand and a "Play button" arrow on the top right corner. I've tried pressing the play button but the globe does not spin. ;-)
Decorator: Sylvia Vallence Colours: Blue, Green, Orange, Dark Grey Finish: Textured, Smooth in places Mark: Troika St Ives England, SV
Decorator: Benny Sirota Colours: Blue, Chocolate Brown Finish: Textured, Smooth, Glazed Mark: Troika, St.Ives England & Artist's Monogram