The Riesco collection held at the Museum of Croydon is a collection of Chinese ceramics dating from 2500 BC to the 19th Century. Discover the history of the collector Raymond Riesco, explore highlights of the collection and connect with the objects through the methods of creation and symbolism.
Collector
Who was the collector behind the collection? What did he collect and why? Discover more about Raymond Riesco and how the collection came to Croydon.
Collection
Highlights from the collection selected to showcase the longest period of time from 2500 BC to the 19th Century.
Connect
Make a Connection. Learn more about the process in making ceramics. Discover the symbolism and importance of design.