Chris Fersterer [and Frank Bates]

I was happy to find a piece of Chris Fersterer's work to put on here,
as his mark is sometimes mistaken for Ian Firth's mark.



and his F mark which is very different to Ian Firths.

Is this also one of his then?  

I bought this tea pot in the Bay of Islands in the 80s.  I did have 4 cups as well, but they seem to have left my company over the years which is a shame as they were big, round and lovely to hold (as well as look at).

Oh Wow that is simply stunning!!
Yes the mark looks like it's a match too.

Yes it's a fabulous teapot. So sad I no longer have the cups. But am glad I now know who the potter is, thank you. Is he still based up north do you know?

The Potters' Marks book says he was based in Dunedin, but pots and potters travel all over the place

Thank you Ev.

I actually think that teapot might be a Frank Bates? But photo unclear

Yes, it's a beauty and now that I'm familiar with Frank Bate's work I agree totally !

I love this bowl, i searched to see if I could indentity its maker.
i turned it around several ways to see the mark and I see an F.

This mark looks similar, but i dont think its exact.
Any thoughts, help would be appreciated.
Thank-you

Frank Bates Janice xx

Frank Bates had a variety of F and FB marks, this looks like one of his for sure

Ill move it out to Frank Bates post.

THanks team