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Josiah Wedgwood Furniture

British, 1730-1795

Arguably the most celebrated of all English ceramics makers, Wedgwood was founded in 1759 by potter Josiah Wedgwood in Staffordshire, which was home at one time to hundreds of pottery workshops.

Wedgwood 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 antique Wedgwood dinnerware pieces and other items feature three or more colors. The company is also known for its black stoneware, Black Basalt, which imitates the color and shapes of Etruscan vases.

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.

Find antique Josiah Wedgwood pottery, dinner plates, serving pieces and other furnishings and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Josiah Wedgwood
Dealer: Mark Evers Antiques
Rare and Impressive Early 19th Century Wedgwood Creamware Breakfast Set
By Josiah Wedgwood
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This breakfast set consists of an oval serving bowl and four lidded entire dishes in a mahogany brass handled tray. Creamware is a cream colored re...
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Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Josiah Wedgwood Furniture

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Rare and Impressive Early 19th Century Wedgwood Creamware Breakfast Set

Rare and Impressive Early 19th Century Wedgwood Creamware Breakfast Set

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Josiah Wedgwood furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Josiah Wedgwood furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of ceramic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Josiah Wedgwood furniture, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 20 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 1 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Josiah Wedgwood were created in the neoclassical style in united kingdom during the 19th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Copeland, Herculaneum Pottery, and Charles & Richard Comyns. Prices for Josiah Wedgwood furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $179 and can go as high as $28,906, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,400.

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Questions About Josiah Wedgwood Furniture
  • Is Wedgwood Jasperware worth anything?
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    1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    Yes, some Wedgwood Jasperware is worth something. The British maker 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 antique Wedgwood dinnerware pieces and other items feature three or more colors. Prices for Jasperware vary based on style, type, age, condition and other factors. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can help you determine how much any piece in your collection may be worth. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Wedgwood Jasperware pieces.

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