1882 was formed in 2011 by fifth generation Emily Johnson and her father, Christopher, who has worked in the industry since 1958. 1882’s mission is to champion inventively designed ceramic products from lighting to domestic ware to works of art whilst employing the manufacturing heritage of Stoke-on-Trent and promoting the British ceramic industry. Known for working with with exceptionally talented designers, 1882 have also designed collections themselves with possible through their expertise and understanding of the industry.