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Large and Assembled Wedgwood 'Wreathed Shell' Part Dessert Service, circa 1815
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"Conchological, each shaped based on that of a real shell and enriched in shades of pink, yellow and iron red. Literature: Robin Reilly, Wedgwood Vol. II, Page 25 Fig 13 and 14. 1 Argonauta Argo Compote and tellin Radiata Stand, 4 Angornia Covered Bowls with Serpoula Finials and Four Stands (1 stand Restored), 6 tellina radiata dishes (one as is), 3 pitolas (?) aestatus dishes (one as is), 1 large tellina radiata stand, 23 pecten japonicum plates, pair of tellina radiata dishes (both restored), pair covered creambowls (both restored). Wedgwood's 1878 Illustrated Catalogue of Ornamental Shapes [fig. 1] illustrated under the heading of 'Comports' the various shells that comprised the forms of its 'Wreathed Shell' dessert service. Initiated in creamware circa 1790-1795, the service proved most popular. It was reworked in the 19th century so that the forms were more conchologically accurate and produced throught that century in a variety of bodies including pearlware, white ware, Majolica, and moonlight lustre.
See Robin Reilly, Wedgwood, London, 1989, vol. II, p. 25, figs. 13, 14 for a white ware part service circa 1812 and for the engraving of the shapes taken from the factory's 1802 shapes book; p. 431, fig. 675 for the page in the 1878 shapes book; p. 483, fig. 805 for caneware exaples; p. 577, fig. 1000 for lustre examples; p. 392, color plate C37 for Majolica examples. A pair of white ware cream-bowls, covers and stands was sold Christie's, New York, 21 October 2004, lot 928.".
- Creator:Wedgwood (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 1 in (2.54 cm)Diameter: 9 in (22.86 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1815
- Condition:Repaired: Please see description.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
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Wedgwood
Arguably the most celebrated of all English ceramics makers, Wedgwood was founded in 1759 by Staffordshire potter Josiah Wedgwood (1730–95). The company is famed for its Jasperware — molded Neoclassical stoneware vases, plates and other pieces, inspired by ancient cameo glass, featuring white figures, scenes and decorative elements set in relief on a matte colored background. The best-known background hue is light blue, but Wedgwood’s iconic silhouettes also appear on green, lilac, yellow, black and even white grounds. Some pieces use three or more colors.
The Wedgwood firm first came to prominence for its tableware, which quickly gained favor in aristocratic households throughout Britain and Europe. In 1765, Wedgwood was commissioned to create a cream-colored earthenware service for Queen Charlotte, consort of King George III. The queen was so thrilled with her new china that Wedgwood was given permission to call himself “Potter to Her Majesty,” and the decorative style became known as Queen’s Ware. Not to be outdone, Catherine the Great of Russia commissioned her own set of Wedgwood china in 1773. Nearly 200 years later, the firm created a 1,200-piece service for the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. In recent years, leading designers including Jasper Conran and Vera Wang have collaborated with Wedgwood — in the tradition of such distinguished 18th century artists such as the painter George Stubbs and metalsmith Matthew Boulton.
From plates and other dinnerware to decorative items like urns, cachepots and candlesticks, Wedgwood designs lend a traditional air to Anglophile interiors. And even if you have to make your own tea, you may find it comforting to sip it from a delicate cup that was manufactured in the same Stoke-on-Trent kiln that produced Her Majesty’s tea service. Be sure to keep your pinky raised.
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