Decorative and functional ceramics have been produced in Somerset for hundreds of years, and an exhibition looking at these works is being held in Glastonbury.

In England, during the 17th and 18th centuries, some of the greatest examples of slipware ceramics were produced.

This popular decorative technique was widely used, prior to the introduction of enamel. Hand thrown earthenware pottery was decorated with coloured slip (liquid clay) and then glazed.

Slipware ceramics may seem rustic, but their creation requires great skill. It is highly collectable.

The Art of the Potter explores how slipware developed in Somerset from the late 1600s onward and it runs at the Somerset Rural Life Museum until November 9.

Entry is included with a Museum Unlimited Annual Pass admission ticket. For more information visit the website - https://swheritage.org.uk/events/the-art-of-the-potter/