Wedgwood Jasperware is a type of pottery that was first produced by the English potter Josiah Wedgwood in the 1770s. It is made of unglazed stoneware that is typically colored blue, green, or lilac, and features white or light-colored relief decorations.
The name "Jasperware" is derived from the mineral jasper, which Wedgwood used to give the pottery its distinctive colors and texture. The pottery was an immediate success and was widely popular throughout Europe, with Wedgwood receiving commissions from royalty, aristocrats, and other wealthy patrons.
Jasperware is known for its classical motifs and designs, which were inspired by ancient
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Greek and Roman art. Wedgwood often used these designs to create plaques, vases, and other decorative objects that were highly prized by collectors and enthusiasts. Jasperware was also used to make a wide range of tableware, including tea sets, plates, and bowls.
One of the most famous designs of Wedgwood Jasperware is the "Portland Vase," a black and white glass vase that was originally made in ancient Rome. Wedgwood was fascinated by the vase and spent years trying to replicate it in his own pottery. He eventually succeeded and his version of the Portland Vase became one of the most iconic pieces of Wedgwood Jasperware.
Wedgwood Jasperware remains highly prized by collectors and enthusiasts, and the Wedgwood company continues to produce new designs and variations of the classic pottery. The distinctive blue and white colors and classical designs of Wedgwood Jasperware have become synonymous with the Wedgwood name and are recognized as an important part of the history of English pottery.
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The Wedgwood Pottery Company has been in operation for over 250 years. Founded in 1759 in England by Josiah Wedgwood, the company quickly became known for its high-quality pottery and innovative designs.
In the early years of the company, Josiah Wedgwood was focused on creating new types of pottery that would meet the demands of the changing market. He introduced a variety of new techniques, including the use of transfer printing, which allowed for intricate designs to be applied to pottery quickly and easily.
One of Wedgwood's most famous designs was the Jasperware line, which was introduced in
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the 1770s. This line featured a matte finish and was made in a variety of colours, including blue, green, and lilac. The Jasperware line proved to be incredibly popular and is still produced by Wedgwood to this day.
Over the years, Wedgwood has continued to innovate and introduce new designs. In the 19th century, the company introduced the Fairyland Lustre line, which was known for its whimsical and fantastical designs. Wedgwood also became known for its bone china, which was introduced in the early 20th century.
In addition to its pottery designs, Wedgwood has also been involved in various social causes throughout its history. In the late 18th century, Josiah Wedgwood was a prominent abolitionist and created a medallion featuring an image of a slave in chains with the words "Am I not a man and a brother?" This design became a symbol of the abolitionist movement and was widely circulated.
Wedgwood is known around the world for its high-quality pottery and continues to innovate and introduce new designs. The company has received numerous awards for its designs and is a favourite of collectors and enthusiasts alike.
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Limited edition Wedgwood Jasperware Portland blue medallions, Australian Pioneers James Cook, Sir Joseph Banks and Dr Daniel Charles Solander (91 0f 100)
A rare Wedgwood Jasperware ceiling light, incomplete but comprising the Jasperware base, vase/column and three hanging Jasperware fittings, some metal components absent. (the photo on the website is how a complete lamp would look).
A trio of Wedgwood Jasperware dishes, second half 20th century, in various hues of blue jasper and all with white slipware decoration, including a fluted dish centred with a Greco Roman allegorical scene, a Queen, Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee dish, and a…
Wedgwood blue jasper Lord Howe medallion in wood frame, rim chip. circa 1850, oval shape, height 10.5 cm approx. Admiral Lord Richard Howe, (1726-1799) was Admiral of the Fleet.
Pair of Wedgwood Jasperware candlesticks, of knop form, decorated with classical figures surrounded by acorn and leaf borders, in tones of white on pale blue, height 13 cm (2)
A very rare Wedgwood slate blue jasper bell pull. With waxen jasper classical reliefs, festoon and acanthus leaf and laurel borders. Tear drop shape, circa 1790, height 6 cm. Provenance: Alan Landis, Sydney
A rare Wedgwood slate blue jasper elongated octagonal shaped scent bottle, with original silver cover and stopper. Classical reliefs and borders, circa 1780, height 12.5 cm. Provenance: Alan Landis, Sydney
A rare Wedgwood Tri-Colour jasper scent bottle, pear shaped, silver mounted, pale green, blue and white jasper. Classical reliefs in reserve panels and floral borders, circa 1780, height 8 cm. Provenance: Alan Landis, Sydney
A very rare Wedgwood double-ended jasper scent bottle, with lady Templeton relief of boys at play, orange peel ground, festoons and classical borders. Continental silver gilt mounts (marked and gilt stoppers), glass stopper, circa 1780, height 8 cm.…
A very rare Wedgwood double-ended jasper scent bottle, in tear drop shape with relief of poor Maria and sheep, festoon, interlace scrolls and acanthus, 9ct gold mounts and orignal stoppers. Rare orange peel ground, circa 1780, height 9 cm
Three 18th century Wedgwood jasper Ware scent bottles, two in lilac jasper. One being octagonal shaped with classical relief both sides, a floral border with French silver mounts (with hallmarks) and glass stopper, the other in a waisted shape with…
Two 18th century Wedgwood jasper Ware scent bottles, two Wedgwood blue jasper scent bottles, one octagonal shape with classical reliefs on both sides and borders, silver mounts, original stopper, circa 1840. The second a cylindrical shape with classical…
Two rare Wedgwood jasper circular shaped mounted scent bottles, one cut steel applied beads and mount, cut crystal body, original steel suspension loop cover and glass stopper with sacrificial scene reliefs, circa 1780. The other, 9ct gold mounted on cut…
Two Wedgwood blue jasper scent bottles, both circular flattened shape. One with a lapidary polished edge relief of profile bust of Prince of Wales and the reverse side is Prince of Wales feathers with original stopper, silver mount. The second with…
A rare Wedgwood Tri-Colour jasper scent bottle, with white ground, green and lilac borders and sacrificial reliefs in reserves, rare incised initials G.W. And date 14/10/03, circa 1790, height 8.5 cm. Provenance: Alan Landis, Sydney
An English dome topped jewellery casket veneered in coromandel with gilt metal fittings and Wedgwood jasper ware porcelain cartouche, circa 1840, 15 cm high, 19.5 cm wide, 11 cm deep
A Wedgwood Jasperware 'Sydney Cove' medallion, with the classical figures of hope encouraging Art and Labour under the influence of peace, over the word 'Etruria' and the date 1789 in white on a black basalt base, in a later gilt frame retailed by 'D.…
19th century Wedgwood Jasperware tobacco jar, with domed cover with central well to hold candle, above a cylindrical body decorated with classical figures, with match striker to base, height 9.5 cm
Unusual Wedgwood Jasperware match Striker & cover, the domed cover decorated with floral motif, in tones of blue and white, height 12.5 cm, diameter of base 15 cm
Antique trinket box, rare milky onyx with sterling silver mounts and inlaid with lapis lazuli and Wedgwood Jasperware medallion, hallmarks for London 1914, medallion A/F.
Pair of Wedgwood Jasperware candlesticks, decorated with classical figures in a garden setting, in white on blue, impressed Wedgwood, made in England to base, height 15 cm (2)
Wedgwood Jasperware jar and cover, of cylindrical form, decorated with classical figures in a garden setting, impressed Wedgwood//England to base, height 9 cm
Pair of Wedgwood Jasperware candlesticks, decorated with classical figures in a garden setting, in blue and white, raised on a faceted foot with impressed 'Wedgwood' mark to base, height 18 cm (2)
Pair of Wedgwood jasper Ware creamers, of cylindrical form with loop handle short spout, decorated with classical figures in garden scenes, in dark blue and white, impressed 'Wedgwood' mark to bases, height 6 cm (2)
Pair of Wedgwood jasper Ware candlesticks, decorated with classical figures in a garden setting, in pale blue and white, raised on a circular sloping foot with impressed 'Wedgwood made in England' stamp to base, height 13 cm (2)
A Wedgwood green Jasperware dish or tray, oval, the centre with cupid and Psyche within a moulded border decorated with fruiting grapevine, mounted in velvet lined frame, height 19 cm, width 25 cm
19th century Wedgwood Jasperware box and cover, of circular form, the cover decorated with Pegasus and three maidens, surrounded by a floral border, in tones of blue and white, diameter 9.5 cm
A Wedgwood Jasperware scent bottle, circa 1860, the scent bottle of rounded rectangular form, with a medallion of Hygeia, the goddess of health on one side, with glass stopper and a hinged silver plated top, stamped Wedgwood to the underside, height 9 cm
Victorian coromandel brass bound work box, of rectangular form, the hinged cover accented with Wedgwood jasperware medallion, a/f (repair to back) 13 cm x 27.5 cm x 20 cm
Early Wedgwood Jasperware trinket box, oval box and cover. Decorated with seated classical Grecian lady with attending cherub. L9.5 cm
A 19th century Wedgwood blue Jasperware cheese dome, the domed top with applied classical figures and acorn finial, the borders with grape and leaf design, impressed mark to base, height 24 cm, diameter 25 cm.
19th century Wedgwood lidded Cannister, Royal Blue jasperware decorated with white high relief classical scene, height 12.5 cm
19th century Wedgwood pair of lidded jars, Royal Blue jasperware decorated with white high relief classical scene, height 6.5 cm
19th century Wedgwood lidded Cannister, Royal Blue jasperware decorated with white high relief classical scene and acorn finial to lid, height 16.5 cm
Two sterling silver mounted and a Wedgwood photograph frame, comprising one of shaped rectangular form with restrained Edwardian borders centering a rectangular aperture (1913 Birmingham, Charles S green & Co Ltd), a plain rolled form circular one (1919…