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Antiques Roadshow celebrity expert John Sandon will make a special guest appearance at Belleek Pottery’s “Discover Your Belleek’ Day on Wednesday 20th June.
Part of the company’s 150th Anniversary celebrations, this free event is open to members of the general public who want to find out more about their treasured pieces of fine Belleek porcelain.
As International Director of Ceramics at Bonhams, the renowned fine art auctioneers & valuers, John Sandon will bring a wealth of expertise to the table when meeting with the public to chat about their own unique pieces:
“I am so looking forward to visiting Belleek itself to help celebrate this important Anniversary, for I will be able to share the beauty of old Belleek porcelain with owners who truly love their pieces.
“Of course, I see a lot of Belleek brought along to the Antiques Roadshow, and it is so instantly recognisable. I don't need to turn it over to see that distinctive harp, dog and tower mark. As soon as a basket or a teapot or a cup and saucer appears from an owner's shopping bag it calls out to me 'I am Belleek' and wants to be held.”
Speaking of his admiration for Belleek’s skilled craftsmanship, John adds: “For me, holding and feeling the delicate surface of Belleek porcelain is always such a joy. Travelling as I do with the Antiques Roadshow and with Bonhams I have enjoyed seeing collections of Belleek in America, Australia and all over Britain. Yet it is at home in Ireland where it really belongs, for here it is collected and appreciated with true passion.”
Belleek Pottery Visitor Centre Manager Patricia McCauley said:
“This is an event open to anyone with an interest in their Belleek porcelain and we look forward to them joining in with our 150th Anniversary celebrations. As well as John Sandon, there will be two local experts to give the public a really detailed profile of their individual pieces.
“So, if you have ever wondered about the history and value of your Belleek at home on the mantelpiece, in the display cabinet or kept as good as new in its original packaging, this is your opportunity to have questions answered and to even tell your own original ‘Belleek ‘ story.”
“Discover Your Belleek” will take place on Wednesday 20th June from 12 – 3pm at the Belleek Pottery Visitor Centre, Belleek, Co Fermanagh. For further information please contact T. 028 6865 8501 or email visitorcentre@belleek.ie.
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