A Good Eye and Instinct
5th September 2025-
Max Fisher, Head of Design at Woolley and Wallis
"We are delighted to welcome Max Fisher to Woolley and Wallis as Head of Design. Max brings with him a unique combination of youthful energy and extensive experience in the field. We are confident that, under his leadership, the Design department will continue to grow and evolve and we look forward to an exciting future ahead." John Axford, Chairman Woolley and Wallis.
Max Fisher graduated from Kingston University in 2010, beginning his career at Mallams as a Fine Art Valuer. He went on to spend fifteen years at the firm, working in their Oxford and Cheltenham salerooms and rising to become Head of Design in 2018.
Max has interests in all areas of 20th Century design, with a particular interest in studio ceramics and has set numerous auction records for modern potters including Jennifer Lee (b.1956) and Michael Cardew (1901-1983). He also specialises in Cotswold School works and Arts & Crafts, setting an auction record for Ernest Gimson (1864-1919) with the sale of a rare pair of steel firedogs in 2019.
Max has contributed to Ceramic Review magazine and Antique Collecting magazine, among others. Art critic, writer and curator, David Whiting, who has specialised in contemporary studio craft, including ceramics, said;
“Having worked together on some important projects, I have recommended Max to friends and colleagues as one of the most personable and trustworthy personalities in the field, and one with a very good eye and instinct. It is exciting that this new chapter in his life will be with Woolley & Wallis.”
