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Wedgwood China

Founded in 1759 by Josiah Wedgwood, Wedgwood creates fine china, porcelain, and other luxury accessories. Often referred to as the "Father of English Potters," Wedgwood began as an independent potter in England at the age of 29, experimenting with clay.

In 1766, Wedgwood created a new form of earthenware, a low-fired pottery, that impressed the British Queen consort so much, she officially named it "Queen's Ware." This catapulted Wedgwood to a highly respected status.

Since then, Wedgwood has had continued success and popularity, with many of Josiah Wedgwood's descendants being involved in the management of the company. In 1986, Waterford Glass Group purchased Wedgwood, renaming it Waterford Wedgwood.


Quick Facts

  • There is a Wedgwood Museum in England devoted to telling the story of Josiah Wedgwood and displaying some of the most interesting ceramic collections in the world
  • Josiah Wedgwood invented and produced three of Wedgwood's most famous ceramic bodies: Queen's Ware, Black Basalt, and Jasper
  • A pair of large Wedgwood green jasperware vases with covers sold at Christie's Cowdray Park Sale in September 2011 for $87,074

Recommended Items at Auction

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Wedgwood "Gold Florentine" Dinner Service, 62
Feb 13, 11:00 AM EST
Wedgwood "Gold Florentine" Dinner Service, 62
by Auctions at Showplace
Est: $300- $500
$1503 Bids
A antique Wedgwood shaped bowl with hand painted decoration of an old church and flowers. 24cm wide.
Feb 13, 7:00 PM AEDT
A antique Wedgwood shaped bowl with hand painted decoration of an old church and flowers. 24cm wide.
by Bargain Hunt Auctions
Est: AUD0- AUD0
AUD252 Bids
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2 Porcelain Figures
Mar 11, 10:00 AM EDT
2 Porcelain Figures
by Barry S. Slosberg Inc
Est: $40- $80
$151 Bid
A Collection of Wedgwood Tea wares to Comprise Strawberry Hill, Summer Garland, etc.
Feb 13, 7:00 PM AEDT
A Collection of Wedgwood Tea wares to Comprise Strawberry Hill, Summer Garland, etc.
by Bargain Hunt Auctions
Est: AUD0- AUD0
AUD201 Bid
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2pc Wedgwood Apollo 11 & XXI Olympiad Plates in Jasperware
Feb 13, 2:00 PM EST
2pc Wedgwood Apollo 11 & XXI Olympiad Plates in Jasperware
by Lion and Unicorn
Est: $10- $200
$101 Bid
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Set of 4 Wedgwood Jasperware Blue Jewelry Dish Collection
Feb 13, 2:00 PM EST
Set of 4 Wedgwood Jasperware Blue Jewelry Dish Collection
by Lion and Unicorn
Est: $10- $200
$101 Bid
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5pc Wedgwood Jasperware, Blue and White Relief Design
Feb 13, 2:00 PM EST
5pc Wedgwood Jasperware, Blue and White Relief Design
by Lion and Unicorn
Est: $10- $200
$101 Bid
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14pc Wedgwood Blue Jasperware Tableware
Feb 13, 2:00 PM EST
14pc Wedgwood Blue Jasperware Tableware
by Lion and Unicorn
Est: $10- $200
$101 Bid
GROUP OF GLASS AND CERAMICS ITEMS, INCLUDING WEDGWOOD AND LIMOGES
Feb 14, 1:00 PM EST
GROUP OF GLASS AND CERAMICS ITEMS, INCLUDING WEDGWOOD AND LIMOGES
by Potomack Company
Est: $100- $150
$501 Bid
Four Vases including Three Wedgwood
Feb 23, 11:00 AM AEDT
Four Vases including Three Wedgwood
by Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Est: AUD40- AUD80
AUD201 Bid
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Wedgwood Dragon lustre porcelain vase
Feb 23, 12:00 PM AEDT
Wedgwood Dragon lustre porcelain vase
by Lugosi Auctioneers & Valuers
Est: AUD80- AUD120
AUD801 Bid
Four Wedgwood Jasperware Dishes and a Collectors Cabinet Plate
Mar 02, 11:00 AM AEDT
Four Wedgwood Jasperware Dishes and a Collectors Cabinet Plate
by Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Est: AUD40- AUD80
AUD201 Bid
WEDGWOOD CREAMWARE CHARGER WITH STRAINER
Feb 21, 11:00 AM EST
WEDGWOOD CREAMWARE CHARGER WITH STRAINER
by Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Est: $400- $600
$1001 Bid
(7 PCS) WEDGWOOD CREAMWARE BOWLS
Feb 21, 11:00 AM EST
(7 PCS) WEDGWOOD CREAMWARE BOWLS
by Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Est: $300- $500
$501 Bid
COLLECTION OF FOURTEEN WEDGWOOD AND BENTLEY BLACK BASALT INTAGLIOS
Feb 19, 10:00 AM GMT
COLLECTION OF FOURTEEN WEDGWOOD AND BENTLEY BLACK BASALT INTAGLIOS
by Lyon & Turnbull
Est: £100- £200
£501 Bid

Sellers Who Sell Wedgwood China


Barry S. Slosberg Inc

Barry S. Slosberg Inc

Bargain Hunt Auctions

Bargain Hunt Auctions

Potomack Company

Potomack Company

Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers

Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers