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Wedgwood Blue Jasperware Inkwell

Categories Ceramics/Porcelain "Named" Makers
Material Jasperware
Markings See narrative
Manufacturer Wedgwood
Origin England
Date or Era circa 1850
Measuring 2 ⅜” high

This Wedgwood cylindrical inkwell features a classic blue color with intricate white relief decorations. The lid is adorned with a pattern of white leaves radiating from the center. Around the upper part of the body, there is a garland of white leaves. Below this garland, there are detailed white relief scenes with classical figures:  an old man sitting reaching out to a couple; a mother and child; a soldier and a man in a tunic.

Sold for $160 in December 2024

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