Maria Longworth Nichols Storer
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Maria Longworth Nichols Storer

American potter and businesswoman (1849–1932)

Maria Longworth Nichols Storer (March 20, 1849 – April 30, 1932) was the founder of Rookwood Pottery of Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, a patron of fine art and the granddaughter of the wealthy Cincinnati businessman Nicholas Longworth (patriarch of the famous Longworth family).2

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Born Mar 20, 1849, died Apr 30, 1932.1

Companies

Career

Occupation: ceramicist, socialite.4

Personal life

  • BornMar 20, 1849, Cincinnati5
  • DiedApr 30, 1932, Paris6
  • CitizenshipUnited States7
  • SpousesBellamy Storer8; George Ward Nichols8