A Code of Ethics for buying, selling, exhibiting and publishing about American art pottery This Code of Ethics is subscribed to by all members of the American Art Pottery Association. We recommend and urge its adoption by ALL sellers of Art Pottery.
C ontracts for pottery sales or trades are binding, whether written or verbal.
S ellers must truthfully and accurately represent pieces for sale as to authenticity and condition, and point out all damage, alterations, repairs and missing parts. S ellers must clearly price all pottery for sale. S ellers must provide Buyers with their name or business name, address, and telephone number if requested. This information must be provided on all sales receipts and business documents. S ellers must give any Buyer who purchases pottery in person the privilege of return of any piece if invisible repairs or alterations are discovered.