Wedgwood Chestnut Basket, 1850
View Similar Items
Wedgwood Chestnut Basket, 1850
About the Item
- Creator:Wedgwood (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 1.97 in (5 cm)Diameter: 9.45 in (24 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1850
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Haarlem, NL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU205234990343
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.
- Pair of Wedgwood Creamware Chestnut Baskets and UnderplatesBy WedgwoodLocated in Litchfield, CTBy Wedgwood, England. This pair of Chestnut Baskets and underplates was one of Wedgwood's most intricate handmade designs, circa 1790s. Redolent of the Georgian period, this color co...Category
Antique 1790s British Georgian Serving Pieces
MaterialsPorcelain
- 1930s Wedgwood Lustreware BasketBy WedgwoodLocated in Stamford, CTAntique 1930s Wedgwood lustre ware open basket. Bone China with hand painted silver and blue floral design. Brand stamp on the underside.Category
Vintage 1930s English Edwardian Decorative Baskets
MaterialsPorcelain
- Wedgwood Jasper-Dip Pierced Orange BasketBy WedgwoodLocated in New Orleans, LAOne of Wedgwood’s most acclaimed “useful wares,” this fine jasper-dip pierced orange basket displays a brilliant cobalt blue and white checkerboard patte...Category
Antique 19th Century English Other Decorative Baskets
MaterialsCeramic
- Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre Butterfly BowlBy Daisy Makeig-Jones, WedgwoodLocated in Fort Lauderdale, FLA mother of pearl butterfly lustre bowl with a stunning orange interior, made circa 1915 by Daisy Makeig-Jones for Wedgwood. This butterfly lustre bowl is a gorgeous example of Da...Category
Vintage 1910s Art Deco Decorative Bowls
MaterialsPorcelain
- Spode Blue & White Flower Cross Chestnut BasketBy SpodeLocated in Stamford, CTAntique Spode porcelain blue and white flower cross pattern chestnut basket.Category
Antique 1890s English Regency Decorative Baskets
MaterialsPorcelain
- Chinese Bent Handle Fisherman's Basket, c. 1850Located in Chicago, ILBasket making is an ancient and humble craft, but in the hands of a skilled weaver a simple willow basket can become a truly beautiful work of art. This bent handle basket was made i...Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Baskets
MaterialsBentwood, Willow