Manufaktura in Bolesławiec

Manufaktura in Bolesławiec is a family-owned company specializing in traditional ceramic products. For over 20 years, we have been creating original ceramics, successfully combining traditional designs with new trends. We collaborate with talented artists and designers who continuously help us create hand-decorated ceramic products. Thanks to our extensive experience and passion, we are able to craft products that cater to the tastes of various customers. We encourage you to explore our offerings!

How We Create Stoneware

Stoneware is not only a functional element but also a beautiful ceramic decoration. We make it from a mixture of clay, salt, and sand, which, once hardened, has a unique appearance and is very durable. Its outer layer is glossy and smooth, with a characteristic brown hue. This exceptional layer of ceramic vessels makes them resistant to acids and impermeable to water. For those interested in the process of creating stoneware, we organize workshops where you can learn traditional craftsmanship. We have also established the Living Museum of Ceramics, where we showcase the stages of creating our vessels.

Visit the Living Museum of Ceramics

We invite everyone interested in Bolesławiec pottery traditions to visit the ceramic manufactory. During the tour, we will present all stages of production, allowing everyone to see up close how our ceramics are made.

With our youngest visitors in mind, we have prepared a workshop program where children can develop their manual skills and artistic sensitivity. We offer a living lesson in local history, during which children will shape clay vessels and then paint them by hand.

Go to the Museum Website

Bolesławiec Ceramics with a Centuries-Old History

Bolesławiec ceramics, also known as porcelain, boasts a centuries-old tradition. High-quality clay deposits were discovered near Bolesławiec as early as the 14th century. Known as earthen glaze, it is characterized by a high content of aluminum and silicon oxides. The fired clay produces brown-colored vessels, earning the name "brown ceramics." Due to their high quality, Bolesławiec products quickly gained popularity in Poland, Prussia, Russia, and other European countries.

The intensive development of ceramic production in Bolesławiec dates back to the late 18th and early 19th centuries. At that time, master Johann Gottlieb Altmann was the first to use feldspar glaze instead of the commonly used lead glaze. He was also a pioneer in producing vessels from white clay, previously used exclusively for decorative overlays. In the second half of the 19th century, due to the growing popularity of porcelain, white clay began to be used more frequently.

Bolesławiec Ceramics Decorated with the Stamping Method

In the second half of the 19th century, a new method of decorating Bolesławiec ceramics, known as the stamping method, became widespread. This involves manually applying patterns to the surface of vessels using specially shaped stamps, often made from sea sponge. More intricate elements are painted with brushes. Initially, simple motifs such as dots appeared on the products, but over time, more elaborate patterns were introduced.

At our manufactory, all ceramic products are hand-decorated using the stamping method. This ensures that each vessel created by our employees is unique. We use eco-friendly paints for decoration, which are safe for people and the environment. At the same time, our ceramic products stand out for their excellent usability – most are suitable for use in microwaves, ovens, and dishwashers.

Official Store with Bolesławiec Ceramics

Our Manufaktura offers a wide range of ceramic collections. Are you a fan of traditional designs in the characteristic cobalt color? You will surely love the Bolesławiec collection. Prefer minimalism? We have prepared the Modern collection with geometric motifs for you. Or perhaps you want to adorn your kitchen with colorful dishes featuring floral patterns? The Kolorlove collection will be the perfect choice for you.

Of course, that’s not all. In our online store and stationary stores with Bolesławiec ceramics, you will find thousands of products in various designs: from coffee and tea sets (teapots, jugs, cups, sugar bowls, creamers) to baking dishes and serving dishes (plates, bowls, platters, soup bowls, egg cups, or sauce boats). We also offer storage vessels (spoon holders, lard jars) and decorative items: vases, lamps, and ornaments.

We hope that within this wide assortment, you will find the perfect ceramic items for yourself or as a gift for your loved ones, which will serve you or your close ones for many years to come.

Awards and Distinctions

For over 20 years, we have been committed to preserving tradition, introducing new designs, and maintaining the quality of our products. This dedication is evidenced by the certificates, awards, and distinctions that the "Manufaktura" Ceramic Factory has received from independent institutions.