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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Wedgwood Porcelain Tableware Dinner Service For 12 People
By Wedgwood
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Beautiful Wedgwood porcelain tableware dinner service for twelve people with coffee serving set with hand painted design details. The service is in great condition. Maker's mark undersigned. Include 87 pieces all-together. 12 dinner plate 10 3/4" D. 12 Salad plate...
Gold
$2,600 / set
H 1 in Dm 9 in
32 Piece Dessert Set Spode England, Circa 1920. 12 plates 10 Demi Cups & Saucers
By Spode
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
From one of our favorite English firms, Copeland Spode, is this striking set. The rich almost cobalt blue background is textured and inset with vibrant florals. Each one is different...
Gold, Enamel
$700 / set
H 2.37 in Dm 3.94 in
Royal Doulton, England, Twelve Fairfax Teacups with Saucers and a Cream Jug
Located in København, Copenhagen
Royal Doulton, England. Twelve Fairfax teacups with saucers and a cream jug in porcelain with hand-painted flowers in gold. Mid-20th century. The cup measures: 10 x 6.7 cm. Sauce...
Porcelain
$1,584Sale Price / set|25% Off
Vintage ULIM Limoges Porcelain Tea and Coffee Set – 41 Pieces
By ULIM Limoges
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This beautiful 41-piece tea and coffee set is part of the ULIM collection, a classic and highly sought-after design from Limoges, known for its fine French porcelain. Adorned with a ...
Porcelain, Paint
Lenox "Castle Garden" Footed Cups & Saucers; Set/12
By Lenox's Ceramic Art Company
Located in Malibu, CA
Lenox "Castle Garden" footed cups & saucers in pristine condition in pastel shades of pinks, blues & lilac with a gold rim.
Porcelain
$586 / set
H 0.79 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in
Antique 21 piece Doric China Longton Stafford Porcelain Tea Set 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful Antique Doric China High Street Longton Staffordshire porcelain tea set Circa 1926 - 35 in date. It contains 21 pieces and is beautifully made with superb decor...
Porcelain
$700 / set
H 2.37 in Dm 2.37 in
Wedgwood, England, Coffee Service for 12 People in Hand Painted Porcelain
Located in København, Copenhagen
Wedgwood, England. Coffee service for 12 people in hand painted porcelain with flower decoration and birds, circa 1930. The coffee cup measures: 6 x 6 cm. Saucer diameter: 12.2 cm....
Porcelain
60-Piece Wedgwood 'Wellesley' Bone China Dinner Service
By Wedgewood
Located in Germantown, MD
60-piece Wedgwood 'Wellesley' Bone China Dinner Service Comprise of: 11 Dinner 11.75" in diameter, 11 salads 8.5" in diameter, 8 soup 8.5" in diameter, 8 bread 6.5" in diameter, 8 s...
Bone, Porcelain
19th C. Spode 44 Pc. Porcelain Tea Set
By Spode
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This Classic 19th century Spode Dessert and tea and coffee service encompasses the beauty of the period as well as the elegant floral decoration. The com...
Porcelain
$439 / set
H 3 in W 8.5 in D 7.37 in
Limoges Antique Tressamane and Voght Bowls, Cups, Saucers, Salad Plates
By Limoges
Located in Lomita, CA
Beautiful antique pieces of Limoges china, elegant and near mint condition, can complete an existing set or complement an unrelated set of white china. Pattern is TRV087. This small collection of 17 pieces is exquisite. There are three cups with gold gilt handles (3.75" x 2.25") (saucer: 6"). Please note: One cup has a hairline crack. Delicately decorated white ware from a time when tasteful simplicity was the hallmark of a well dressed table...
Ceramic
12 English Cauldon For Gilman Collamore & Co. Scallop Edged Porcelian Plates
Located in Big Flats, NY
A distinguished set of twelve antique English porcelain luncheon plates, crafted by Cauldon and retailed by the esteemed Gilman Collamore & Co. of Fifth Avenue, New York, circa 1...
Porcelain
14 English Cauldon Ware Floral & Gilt Porcelain Dinner Plates c1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
This exquisite set presents fourteen antique English Cauldon Ware porcelain dinner plates, dating to approximately 1920. Each plate is meticulously crafted from fine, white porcelain...
Porcelain
Seven Antique English Copeland Floral Hand Painted & Gilt Porcelain Plates C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Seven Antique English Copeland Floral Hand Painted & Gilt Porcelain Plates C1890 Measures - 1"H x 9.25"W x 9.25"D
Porcelain
French Limoges Floral Decorated Porcelain Luncheon Plates c1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
A set of twelve French Limoges porcelain luncheon plates by G. Ahrenfeldt, dating to approximately 1900. Each plate features a central hand-painted floral bouquet, signed 'Mireille'....
Porcelain
Ten French Limoges Cobalt Blue Porcelain Soup Bowls With Gold Trim c1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
This exquisite set comprises of ten antique French Limoges porcelain soup bowls, dating to approximately 1900. Each bowl features a rich cobalt blue border adorned with intricate gil...
Porcelain
Antique Arts &Crafts Mission Porcelain Stylized ECLA Bowl & Pitcher Set, c1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts Mission style washbowl set by ECLA offers porcelain construction with stylized stained glass design; set includes water pitcher, wash bowl and toothbrush c...
Porcelain
