Who is the owner of Vernon Kilns pottery?

Vernonware is collectable California pottery and dinnerware made by Vernon Kilns in Vernon, California in the 1930’s, 1940’s and 1950’s. Vernon Kilns was the successor to Poxon Pottery and China Co, which was sold to Faye Bennison in 1931 and renamed as Vernon Kilns.

What kind of China is in a Vernon kiln?

USA Vintage #79 Vintage Vernon Kilns 10 1/2” dinner plates. Lot of 4 Mid century Modern Poppy Trail Organdie Vernonware Pitcher! Mid Century Poppy Trail Organdie Vernon ware 3 tiered tray! PLATE, LARGE, ORGANDIE, VERNONWARE, 12″, CALIF.

How can I tell if my Vernonware is from a kiln?

Some had marks with no mention of Vernon Kilns, and some Vernonware isn’t marked at all! Sometimes, the only way to identify Vernonware is by the shape, style, or other feature. A few marks found on plaid Vernonware.

Where is the Illinois plate on a Vernon kiln?

VERNON KILNS ILLINOIS PLATE FOR A.C. McCLURG & CO. PUBLISHER EXCELLENT 10 1/2″ Early California Vernon Kilns Pitcher Los Angeles Wood Handle!

What was the first dinnerware made by Vernon Kilns?

Vernon continued to produce a number of original Poxon patterns until 1933 when an earthquake destroyed most of the remaining Vernon/Poxon China ware stock. As a result, Vernon Kilns took the opportunity to create a new set of dinnerware molds: The result was the pottery company’s first original dinnerware shape, Montecito.

Who was the owner of the Vernon kiln?

After the purchase of Poxon China in 1931, Vernon Kilns under Faye Bennison’s direction continued to sell and produce Poxon China’s patterns, using decals for the surface patterns. Vernon/Poxon pottery is notable for its heavier weight, and features embossed and scalloped rims.