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Mantle Clock in Black Jasper Dip, by Bert Bentley, Wedgwood, circa 1925
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A fine mantle clock in black jasper dip, decorated by Bert Bentley with Sacrifice to the front. To one side, Polymnia; to the other, an unidentified female figure. Possibly Calliope.
We have replaced the original movement in this to make it useful. The original movements are unreliable and cannot be repaired.
Polymnia and Calliope are two of the nine muses in Greek mythology, each responsible for inspiring and guiding different forms of art and creativity.
Polymnia is the muse of sacred poetry, hymns, and dance. She is often depicted with a serious and thoughtful expression, holding a finger to her lips as if deep in thought or meditation. Her name comes from the Greek word "polyhymnia," which means "many hymns," reflecting her role in inspiring music and poetry that is used in religious and ceremonial contexts.
Calliope, on the other hand, is the muse of epic poetry, eloquence, and heroic songs. She is often depicted with a writing tablet or a scroll, as well as a trumpet or other musical instrument, to symbolize her role in inspiring grand and powerful works of literature and music. Her name comes from the Greek word "kalliope," which means "beautiful voice," reflecting her association with inspiring eloquence and powerful communication.
In some traditions, Polymnia and Calliope are considered the daughters of Zeus and Mnemosyne, the goddess of memory, who spent nine nights together creating the nine muses. Together, the muses were believed to inspire and guide all forms of art and creativity, from music and poetry to dance and drama, and were revered as the ultimate sources of inspiration for artists and creatives throughout history.
- Creator:Wedgwood (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 6 in (15.24 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
- Style:Neoclassical Revival (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Stoneware,Molded
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1925
- Condition:Replacements made: The movement has been replaced with a modern, battery operated model.
- Seller Location:Melbourne, AU
- Reference Number:Seller: 36401stDibs: LU3151332918812
Wedgwood
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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