Willa Latham
Willa Latham is a dealer and expert in antique British porcelain. At the forefront of a new generation of antique dealers who work in the online world, she has a large social media following. Always hunting for new and unique pieces, Willa supplies collectors, experts and even film sets all over the world with beautiful antique porcelain. She also writes extensively about the endlessly fascinating historical-social context in which this beautiful art form has arisen, including a monthly column in Homes & Antiques.
Recent articles by Willa Latham
A history of Wedgwood
Josiah Wedgwood’s tireless commitment to improvements in pottery, the local economy and social welfare had enduring effects in Staffordshire and beyond
A history of 18th-century porcelain figures
From delightful shepherds and shepherdesses to loyal dogs and gamboling lambs, Willa Latham celebrates the bucolic charm of 18th-century porcelain figures
A history of the potteries
Improved transport links and advances in mechanisation saw a localised cottage industry join the global marketplace, says Willa Latham
A history of the Worcester Porcelain Company
In Worcestershire, it was the search for a healthier drinking vessel that sparked porcelain production, says Willa Latham
A history of the Derby Porcelain Factory
Artistic skill and a keen eye for business ensured the continued success of Derby, says Willa Latham
A history of the Bow Porcelain Factory
The gritty East End of London was the perfect place to experiment with a new type of porcelain, says Willa Latham
A history of the Chelsea porcelain factory
Among the early pioneers of porcelain, Nicholas Sprimont understood the need to stand out, says Willa Latham
A history of British porcelain
The arrival of the recipe for porcelain in the British Isles prompts an explosion of experimentation, says Willa Latham