Fine Antique Ceramics by Phil Thomas
Specialist in 18th century English Delft, saltglaze stoneware, slipware and porcelain. Carefully curated antique ceramics for collectors who value authenticity, condition and provenance.
Browse our online selection of fine antique ceramics or explore dedicated collections of English Delft, saltglaze stoneware, slipware & earthenware and porcelain.
Featured Collections
Explore curated groups of antique ceramics, including English Delft, saltglaze stoneware, slipware and porcelain. Each piece is carefully selected for quality, rarity and decorative appeal.
English Delft
Hand-painted tin-glazed wares from 17th–18th century England, including chargers, plates and domestic wares with lively cobalt blue decoration.
Saltglaze Stoneware
Finely potted saltglaze stoneware with distinctive orange-peel surfaces, including mugs, teapots and moulded wares from the 18th century.
Slipware & Earthenware
Decorative slipware and earthenware with rich slips, combed decoration and warm bodies – ideal for adding character to period and contemporary interiors.
Porcelain
Delicate porcelain pieces with fine painting and translucency, including English, European and Oriental porcelain from the 18th century and later.
Antique Ceramics for Discerning Collectors
Phil Thomas Antiques specialises in carefully vetted antique ceramics, from early English Delft and saltglaze to slipware and porcelain. Every piece is checked for authenticity, condition and historical interest before it is offered for sale.
Whether you are building a focused collection or choosing a single statement piece, our online catalogue makes it easy to compare items, view detailed photographs and request further information. Use the Latest Arrivals section to see what has just come in, or explore the full selection of antique ceramics.
Latest Arrivals
A selection of the most recently added pieces.
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English Delft Pancake Plate – Farmyard Series Peacock, Bristol, circa 1730£1,800.00 -
18th Century English Delft Pancake Plate – Cottage Scene & Floral Border, London c.1730£300.00 -
18th Century Leeds Creamware Tankard – Drinking Verse, Rhodes Workshop c.1775£900.00 -
18th Century English Delft Pancake Plate – Mayfly & Willow Decoration, Bristol c.1730£300.00 -
18th Century English Polychrome Delft Wall Pocket – Rare Mask Form c.1760£950.00 -
18th Century Liverpool Delft Bowl – Flared-Rim with Chinese Figures c.1760£480.00
About Phil Thomas
Phil Thomas Antiques have been dealing in antiques for over 35 years. As a family-run business, we specialise in European and Oriental ceramics and works of art, with a particular focus on quality, rarity and condition.
Phil spent many years trading professionally at the famous Portobello Road Market in London, building a loyal following of collectors who value his knowledge, integrity and eye for exceptional antique ceramics. Today, that same expertise is applied to every piece offered on this website.
To learn more about Phil’s background, approach to condition reports and how we source our antique ceramics, visit the About Phil Thomas page.
Have a Question About a Piece?
If you would like additional photographs, condition details, provenance information or shipping quotes for any of our antique ceramics, please get in touch and mention the piece you are interested in.
We are always happy to discuss collecting areas, help you compare similar items or advise on starting or adding to a collection of English Delft, saltglaze, slipware or porcelain.