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Cobalt Chronicles
Cobalt Chronicles
Cobalt Chronicles
Cobalt Chronicles
Cobalt Chronicles
Cobalt Chronicles
Cobalt Chronicles
Cobalt Chronicles
Cobalt Chronicles
Cobalt Chronicles
Cobalt Chronicles
Cobalt Chronicles
Cobalt Chronicles
Cobalt Chronicles
Cobalt Chronicles
Cobalt Chronicles
Cobalt Chronicles
Cobalt Chronicles
Cobalt Chronicles
Cobalt Chronicles
Cobalt Chronicles
Cobalt Chronicles
Cobalt Chronicles
Cobalt Chronicles
Cobalt Chronicles

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This artwork takes the form of a ceramic blue and white tile mural with sculptural elements. It was created in collaboration with local tile manufacturer, Johnson Tiles, with the tiles hand-painted using cobalt oxide to create a blue and white design linking to the traditional pottery of Stoke, particularly that created by Spode. The mural weaves together iconic symbols and landmarks from Stoke town’s heritage, including bottle kilns, the River Trent and the intricate detailing of traditional pottery. Each tile tells a story and celebrates the city's resilience, creativity, and the enduring legacy of its pottery heritage.
Title

Cobalt Chronicles

Date

2024

Medium

paint & ceramic

Accession number

ST4_KG_S1009

Acquisition method

commissioned by B-Arts as part of Stoke Town High Street Heritage Action Zone programme, funded by Historic England and Stoke-on-Trent City Council

Work type

Painted

Owner

Stoke-on-Trent City Council

Custodian

Stoke-on-Trent City Council

Work status

extant

Unveiling date

07 May 2024

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at all times

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Located at

Church Street, Stoke-on-Trent

ST4 1BS

Located just inside the entrance and on the gates of the Spode factory.