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Tortoiseshell Ware

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Pair Tortoiseshell Ware Called Whieldon Ware England Mid-18th Century Circa 1765
By Thomas Whieldon Pottery
Located in Katonah, NY
Wedgwood states that in 1759 tortoiseshell ware was the second most important ware when he worked as an
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Earthenware, Creamware

Antique Tortoiseshell Whieldon Ware Dishes Made in England circa 1765
By Thomas Whieldon Pottery
Located in Katonah, NY
We are pleased to offer these three mid-18th century English tortoiseshell ware dishes, also known
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Antique Mid-18th Century Great Britain (UK) Folk Art Ceramics

Materials

Creamware

Creamware Tortoiseshell Plate Made in England, circa 1765
By Thomas Whieldon Pottery
Located in Katonah, NY
: Excellent Price: $720 Background of Tortoiseshell decoration on creamware A tortoiseshell ware is
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Ceramics

Materials

Creamware

Part of Our Collection of Whieldon Type Tortoiseshell Ceramics
By Thomas Whieldon Pottery
Located in Katonah, NY
tortoiseshell ware known as Whieldon ware. Whieldon coloring was dripped on freehand and spread in the firing
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English George III Bowls and Baskets

Materials

Pottery

Two Antique Creamware Dishes Tortoiseshell Decoration England circa 1770
By Thomas Whieldon Pottery
Located in Katonah, NY
Creamware A tortoiseshell ware is effectively a creamware that is decorated under the glaze by painting or
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Antique Late 18th Century English Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Creamware

Whieldon Creamware Tortoiseshell Plate 18th Century England, Circa 1765
By Thomas Whieldon Pottery
Located in Katonah, NY
Josiah Wedgwood's Experiment Book, in 1759, tortoiseshell ware was the second most popular ware during
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Creamware

Antique Creamware Wall Hanging Flower Holder
By Thomas Whieldon Pottery
Located in Katonah, NY
: Excellent Price: $1600 *Thomas Whieldon played a leading role in the development of tortoiseshell ware
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Romantic Ceramics

Materials

Creamware

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Tortoiseshell Ware For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal tortoiseshell ware for your home. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and creamware, every tortoiseshell ware was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer tortoiseshell ware, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A tortoiseshell ware, designed in the Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Georges Bastard and Kinkozan each produced at least one beautiful tortoiseshell ware that is worth considering.

How Much is a Tortoiseshell Ware?

Prices for a tortoiseshell ware start at $580 and top out at $6,000 with the average selling for $4,500.