Wedgwood Decorative Art
British
Arguably the most celebrated of all English ceramics makers, Wedgwood was founded in 1759 by potter Josiah Wedgwood (1730–95) in Staffordshire, which was home at one time to hundreds of pottery workshops. 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 antique Wedgwood dinnerware pieces and other items feature 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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Creator: Wedgwood
19th Century Majolica Strawberries & Grapes Plate Wedgwood
By Wedgwood
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Majolica Strawberries & Grapes Plate signed Wedgwood.
Diameter / 8.7 inches.
Category
1880s English Victorian Antique Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Majolica Strawberries & Grapes Plate Wedgwood
By Wedgwood
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Majolica Strawberries & Grapes Plate signed Wedgwood.
Diameter / 8.7 inches.
Category
1880s English Victorian Antique Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
English Majolica Strawberry & Grapes Plate Wedgwood Circa 1930
By Wedgwood
Located in Austin, TX
English Majolica Strawberry & Grapes Plate Wedgwood Circa 1930.
White and pink.
8.8 inches.
Category
1930s English Victorian Vintage Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
English Majolica Strawberry & Grapes Plate Wedgwood Circa 1920
By Wedgwood
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica strawberry plate signed Wedgwood.
Diameter / 8.8 inches.
Chips on the back , one hairline.
Category
1920s English Victorian Vintage Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
English Majolica Strawberry & Grapes Plate Wedgwood Circa 1920
By Wedgwood
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica strawberry plate signed Wedgwood.
Diameter / 8.8 inches.Chips on the back.
Category
1920s English Victorian Vintage Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Rare 19th Century Majolica Oyster Fish Heads Plate Wedgwood
By Wedgwood
Located in Austin, TX
Rare 19th Century Majolica Oyster Fish Heads Plate Wedgwood.
Category
1880s English Victorian Antique Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Rare 19th Century Pink Majolica Oyster Fish Heads Plate Wedgwood
By Wedgwood
Located in Austin, TX
Rare 19th Century Pink Majolica Oyster Fish Heads Plate Wedgwood.
11.4 inches diameter.
Category
1880s English Victorian Antique Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Rare 19th Century Majolica Oyster Fish Heads Plate Wedgwood
By Wedgwood
Located in Austin, TX
Rare 19th Century Pink Majolica Oyster Fish Heads Plate Wedgwood.
Category
1880s English Victorian Antique Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
19th Century Majolica Reticulated Plate Wedgwood
By Wedgwood
Located in Austin, TX
Victorian Majolica reticulated plate signed Wedgwood.
Category
1890s British Victorian Antique Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
English Majolica Strawberry & Grapes Plate Wedgwood Circa 1930
By Wedgwood
Located in Austin, TX
English Majolica Strawberry & Grapes Plate Wedgwood Circa 1930.
White and gold.
8.8 inches.
Category
1930s English Victorian Vintage Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Wedgwood Porcelain Plaques of Ships, the Clipper Ship, Great Republic & Clipper
By Wedgwood
Located in Downingtown, PA
Wedgwood porcelain plaques of ships-
The clipper ship, great republic & clipper ship Hurricane
1976-1981
The two painted plaques depict on one The...
Category
1970s English American Classical Vintage Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Porcelain
Trophy Plate, Wedgwood, circa 1880
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Trophy plates were a particularly Victorian development at Wedgwood, taking the use of classical ornament to its absolute limit. Over 2,000 individual sprigs were made, applied, and ...
Category
Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Revival Antique Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Stoneware
Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre 'Elves in a Pine Tree' Plaque
By Wedgwood
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Wedgwood Fairyland lustre plaque decorated in the 'Elves in a Pine Tree' design - a woodland scene with center elf smoking a pipe, another elf at the bottom right corner at base of t...
Category
1920s English Art Deco Vintage Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of large painted & signed roundels of Romeo and Juliet. Wedgwood 1881.
By Wedgwood, J. Hewitt
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Wedgwood made a series of twelve hand-painted creamware dishes, featuring characters from Skaespeare's plays. We're not sure how many sets were made,...
Category
Late 19th Century British Arts and Crafts Antique Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Pottery
19th Century Small Majolica Platter Wedgwood
By Wedgwood
Located in Austin, TX
19th century small Majolica platter signed Wedgwood.
Category
1880s English Victorian Antique Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Majolica Heron Reticulated Plate Wedgwood
By Wedgwood
Located in Austin, TX
A fine Victorian Majolica reticulated plate signed Wedgwood.
The border is decorated with ivy leaves, the centre is a landscape with a heron near a pond.
Category
1890s British Victorian Antique Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Majolica, Ceramic, Faience
19th Century Victorian Majolica Lobster Plate Wedgwood
By Wedgwood
Located in Austin, TX
Victorian Majolica lobster plate signed Wedgwood.
Border decorated with vegetables.
Category
1880s English Victorian Antique Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Wedgwood Porcelain Plaques of the Ships the Great Republic and the Dashing Wave
By Wedgwood
Located in Downingtown, PA
Wedgwood Porcelain plaques of ships
The Great Republic and The Dashing Wave
1976-1981
The pair of Wedgwood porcelain painted plaques eac...
Category
1970s American Classical Vintage Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Porcelain
Fairyland Lustre Plaque 'Picnic' by River, Wedgwood, circa 1925
By Daisy Makeig-Jones, Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Daisy Makeig Jones’ description relates this to Völuspá, a poem from the Poetic Edda, which is a collection of Old Norse poems. In Völuspá, it is said that the dwarves were created by the god Loki and the giantess Angrboda, and that they were condemned to live underground. The Light Elves are also mentioned in the poem as being allowed to live in the realm of Alfheim, which is a place of beauty and light.
In Norse mythology...
Category
1920s English Art Deco Vintage Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Porcelain
Antique English Octagonal Plate with Bird and Palm Tree Design by Wedgwood
By Wedgwood
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful English octagonal decorated pate by Wedgwood, early -20th century, England. Plate has a modern octagonal shape, decorated with birds, flowers, and a beautiful palm tree a...
Category
Early 20th Century English Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Porcelain
Trophy Plate, Wedgwood, circa 1900
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Trophy plates were a particularly Victorian development at Wedgwood, taking the use of classical ornament to its absolute limit. Over 2,000 individual sprigs were made, applied, and undercut to produce this plate. Only the best decorators made these, beginning with Thomas Lovatt in the late 19th century - this is an example of his work.
The central relief depicts Bellerophon with Pegasus. Bellerophon was a noble hero of Corinth, known for his strength and bravery. He was the son of Glaucus and the grandson of Sisyphus, though some myths suggest he was actually the son of Poseidon. Bellerophon was a skilled warrior and sought to accomplish great deeds.
Pegasus was a magnificent, winged horse born from the blood of the Gorgon Medusa...
Category
Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Revival Antique Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Stoneware
Group of seven portrait medallions, Wedgwood, circa 1780
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Set of seven jasperware medallions, one a double portrait. Two are bright yellow, a very rare colour indeed. They show: Hadrian - Titus - Caligula Marcus Arelius &; Julius Ceasar Did...
Category
Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Revival Antique Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Pottery
Pair of Framed Wedgwood Circular Plaques, circa 1875
By Wedgwood
Located in New York, NY
Pair of framed Wedgwood circular plaques, circa 1875.
Marked 'Wedgwood' on the verso.
Category
1870s English Antique Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
English 19th c. Neo-Classical St. Wedgwood, White Jasperware & Giltwood Plaque
By Wedgwood
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful and very unique English 19th century Neo-Classical st. Wedgwood and white Jasperware plaque of Apollo, framed within an Italian patinated and Giltwood frame. This action-...
Category
19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Porcelain, Giltwood
English Majolica Strawberry & Grapes Plate Wedgwood Circa 1930
By Wedgwood
Located in Austin, TX
English Majolica Strawberry & Grapes Plate Wedgwood Circa 1930.
White and silver.
8.8 inches.
Category
1930s English Victorian Vintage Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Victorian Majolica Pear Fruit Plate Wedgwood
By Wedgwood
Located in Austin, TX
19th century Victorian Majolica Argenta ware dessert plate decorated with a pear,gooseberries and plums signed Wedgwood.
Category
1890s English Victorian Antique Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Majolica, Ceramic
19th Century Majolica Orange Plate Wedgwood
By Wedgwood
Located in Austin, TX
Victorian 19th century Majolica orange plate Wedgwood.
3 hairlines.
Category
1880s English Victorian Antique Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Victorian Majolica Orange Plate Wedgwood
By Wedgwood
Located in Austin, TX
Victorian 19th century Majolica with orange and others fruits plate Wedgwood.
Category
1880s English Victorian Antique Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
set of nine Italian late 19th century Basalt Wedgwood and patinated Wood plaques
By Wedgwood
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A historical and impressive set of nine Italian late 19th century Basalt Wedgwood and patinated Wood plaques. Each Wedgwood plaque framed within a mottled edged oval patinated Wood f...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Porcelain, Wood
English Majolica Strawberry & Grapes Plate Wedgwood Circa 1920
By Wedgwood
Located in Austin, TX
English Majolica Strawberry & Grapes Plate Wedgwood Circa 1920
Diameter / 8.8 inches.
Chips on the back.
Category
1920s English Victorian Vintage Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
English Majolica Strawberry & Grapes Plate Wedgwood Circa 1920
By Wedgwood
Located in Austin, TX
English Majolica Strawberry & Grapes Plate Wedgwood Circa 1920
Diameter / 8.8 inches.
Chips on the back.
Category
1920s English Victorian Vintage Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Big Framed Jasper Medallion, Clio by Bert Bentley, Wedgwood, circa 1925
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Unusually large and fine example of the work of the well-known decorator Bert Bentley. Clio, the muse of History, is reproduced with the exceptional quality that has made his work so desirable.
Clio is the Greek muse...
Category
Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Revival Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Stoneware
Enormous Portrait Medallion of Dr Priestly, Bert Bentley, Wedgwood, circa 1925
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Fabulously large and fine example of the work of the well-known decorator Bert Bentley. Very few portrait medallions of this size were made, in all the time that Wedgwood has been making portrait medallions.
Priestly's advocacy for free speech and freedom of religion...
Category
Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Revival Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Stoneware
Plaque: Vulcan's Forge, Wedgwood C1860
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Showing Venus and Cupid at the forge, while Vulcan forges armour for her other son, Aeneas.
In Roman mythology, the story of Vulcan forging armor for Aeneas is a significant episode...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Decorative Art
Materials
Stoneware
Wedgwood decorative art for sale on 1stDibs.
Wedgwood decorative art 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 Wedgwood decorative art, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original decorative art by Wedgwood were created in the Victorian style in united kingdom during the 19th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider decorative art by and Minton. Prices for Wedgwood decorative art can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $110 and can go as high as $17,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $600.
Questions About Wedgwood Decorative Art
- Where is Wedgwood from?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Wedgwood is from Stoke-on-Trent, UK. Josiah Wedgwood founded it there in 1759. The company continues to produce its porcelain, china and other products at factories in the surrounding area. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of Wedgwood decorative objects.
- How can you tell Wedgwood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell Wedgwood apart from other makers, familiarize yourself with the markings used by the company over the years. You can usually find images of them on trusted online resources. Wedgwood typically etched its markings directly onto its pieces, so unlike paper labels, the hallmarks typically remain intact even on older items. By searching your piece for the appropriate markings, you can usually determine whether Wedgwood produced it. If you'd like an expert opinion, a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can assist you. Explore a diverse assortment of Wedgwood china and porcelain.
- What is the history of Wedgwood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Wedgwood is a fine china and porcelain manufacturer. Established in 1759 by Josiah Wedgwood in England, Wedgwood is known for its unglazed stoneware that features contrasting colors. Find a variety of Wedgwood fine china from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is the Wedgwood mark?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Wedgwood marks changed many times from the manufacturer's founding in 1759 until today. Very early pieces often say "Wedgwood and Bentley," while most pieces made from 1769 to 1929 say "Wedgwood" in block letters. In 1929, the brand began to use a serif script. On 1stDibs, find a selection of expertly vetted Wedgwood.
- Is there black Wedgwood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, there are black Wedgwood pieces. While Wedgwood china and porcelain is best known for its signature blue and white, some Wedgwood pieces are available in black and other colors as well. Shop a wide selection of Wedgwood collectibles on 1stDibs.
- What is a Wedgwood plate?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Wedgwood plate is a flat round dish produced by Wedgwood, a manufacturer based in Stoke-on-Trent, UK, that opened in 1759. Depending on the design, the plates may function purely as decorative objects or be suitable for serving food. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Wedgwood plates.
- How do I date Wedgwood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To date Wedgwood, locate the potter's marks. Find the marks in an authoritative online reference to estimate the date. Because many replicas of authentic Wedgwood exist, consider using the services of a licensed appraiser for authentication. Shop a large collection of expertly vetted Wedgwood on 1stDibs.
- Is Wedgwood valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Whether Wedgwood is valuable varies. Some pieces may be worth only slightly more than the initial price paid for them, while others may have appreciated in value considerably due to their style, type, age and rarity. Some of the most highly sought-after types of Wedgwood include Queen's Ware, Jasperware, Black Basalt, Majolica and Fairyland Lustre pieces. The condition of a particular piece will also contribute to its value. To get an estimate of how much your Wedgwood is worth, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Wedgwood pieces.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024To tell how old your Wedgwood is, examine it for markings. Most Wedgwood pieces bear factory marks in an inconspicuous area, such as on the bottom or back. By comparing these markings to trusted online resources, you can usually get a rough idea of a piece’s age. For assistance with dating a particular piece, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Wedgwood pottery.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Wedgwood jewelry is made of unglazed vitreous stoneware called jasperware. Settings are marcasite, steel, gold or silver, depending on the piece. Shop an assortment of Wedgwood jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The numbers on Wedgwood tell you which catalog edition first featured the piece. You can use the information to identify the style name and approximate date of Wedgwood. On 1stDibs, you can shop a variety of expertly vetted Wedgwood ceramics.
- Is Wedgwood bone china?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Wedgwood is bone china. According to its website, bone china is considered one of the most refined and luxurious materials for table use, no matter what the meal or occasion. Wedgwood has a long history of high-quality and luxurious bone china. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic bone china pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Jasperware was first created by Josiah Wedgwood in the 1770s and can be described as stoneware that has a matte finish. It is from the Wedgwood company so the difference is that Wedgwood is a term used to describe the company and all products it produces, while Jasperware is a line of fine stoneware produced by the company. Shop a collection of Wedgwood Jasperware from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is Wedgwood Blue in Jasperware?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Blue Wedgwood Jasperware is a type of intricately detailed, matte pottery with an unglazed finish. Its pale blue color has been affectionately called ‘Wedgwood blue’. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic blue Wedgwood Jasperware from some of the world’s top sellers.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Wedgwood blue is a distinct pale blue that’s commonly used in Jasperware. Jasperware is a type of pottery developed in England during the late 18th century by Josiah Wedgwood. Shop a collection of antique Jasperware from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Wedgwood blue is a color named after its appearance on jasperware pottery. It is a soft gray-ish toned blue. It would often be accented by white decoration on the pottery. Shop a range of Wedgwood blue jasperware from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between Wedgewood and Wedgwood is in the design associations of the two words. Wedgwood is perhaps most commonly associated with the Wedgwood company. Arguably the most celebrated of all English ceramics makers, Wedgwood was founded in 1759 by potter Josiah Wedgwood in Staffordshire, which was then home to hundreds of pottery workshops. The company is famed for its pieces inspired by ancient cameo glass, including Jasperware, molded Neoclassical stoneware vases, plates and other objects. These feature white figures, scenes and decorative elements set in relief on a matte-colored background. Generally, Wedgwood and Wedgewood are both surnames and the names of cities. You can find towns called Wedgwood in the UK, Texas and Washington state, and places named Wedgewood in Michigan and numerous Canadian provinces. Explore a variety of Wedgwood pottery on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify Wedgwood patterns, research your piece or work with a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. If you'd like to complete the identification process yourself, you can try snapping a photo of the pattern and performing a reverse image search to find a match. Should you be unsuccessful, browse image galleries of Wedgwood patterns hosted on trusted online resources, looking for your pattern. Explore a selection of Wedgwood china on 1stDibs.
- What is green Wedgwood called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Green Wedgwood is called jasperware. Josiah Wedgwood created the first jasperware pieces in 1775. In addition to green, the pottery comes in pale blue, dark blue, black, yellow and lavender colors. On 1stDibs, find a selection of jasperware decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To tell if Wedgwood is real, study the mark of the brand. Ensure that the name is spelled properly with just one "E" and that the letters and logo are crisp and clear. Also, examine the white accents on the piece. If they seem flat and painted on, they are likely fake, as they appear raised on genuine Wedgwood. You'll find a range of expertly vetted Wedgwood on 1stDibs.
- Is Wedgwood still being made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, Wedgwood is still being made as of December 2021. The company produces fine china and porcelain decorative objects. Potter Josiah Wedgwood founded it on May 1, 1759, in Stoke-on-Trent, England. Today, the Finnish company Fiskars Group owns it. You'll find a collection of Wedgwood on 1stDibs.
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