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Product Identifiers

PublisherSchiffer Publishing, The Limited

ISBN-100764325744

ISBN-139780764325748

eBay Product ID (ePID)56977556

Product Key Features

LanguageEnglish

TopicAntiques & Collectibles, Porcelain & China, Pottery & Ceramics

AuthorMichael Herman

IllustratorYes

Dimensions

Item Length11 In.

Item Height8.7 In.

Item Width8.5 In.

Item Weight49.9 Oz

Additional Product Features

LCCN2006-023734

Book TitleWedgwood Jasper : Classics, Rarities and Oddities from Four Centuries

Number of Volumes1 vol.

Dewey Decimal738.0942

Intended AudienceTrade

SynopsisOf all the many types of ceramics produced by the Wedgwood Company in the last two and a half centuries, Jasper is the one most immediately recognizable. This second book on this fascinating subject by the author traces, through over 750 photographs, Jaspers long history and almost infinite variety. It covers the entire range of Wedgwood Jasper pieces from items of museum quality to those that can be found in modest collections., Wedgwood Jasper predates the American Declaration of Independence by one year having been introduced to the public by Josiah Wedgwood in 1775. Of all the many types of ceramics produced by the Wedgwood Company in the last two and a half centuries, Jasper is most immediately recognizable. This second book on this fascinating subject by the author traces Jasper's long history and almost infinite variety. It covers the entire range of Wedgwood's Jasper pieces, from items of museum quality to those found in most collections. After an informative introduction to Wedgwood history and marks, the photographic delineation covers the various types: Diceware, Strapware, Sgraffito, Sage Green and Lilac on White Jasper, Jasper Mounted on Metal, Crimson Jasper, and more. This is followed by a wonderful photographic gallery, organized by shapes., including biscuit barrels, bowls, boxes, candleholders, cups and saucers, figures inkwells, jewelry, jugs and mugs, lamps, medallions, perfume bottles, plates and trays, tea and coffee sets, vases, and more. All of this is illustrated with over 750 color photos.Important private collections are featured as well as one of the finest museum collections in the United States and auction houses. Wedgwood Jasper is well represented in all the finest ceramics collections around the world., Wedgwood Jasper predates the American Declaration of Independence by one year having been introduced to the public by Josiah Wedgwood in 1775. Of all the many types of ceramics produced by the Wedgwood Company in the last two and a half centuries, Jasper is most immediately recognizable. This second book on this fascinating subject by the author traces Jasper's long history and almost infinite variety. It covers the entire range of Wedgwood's Jasper pieces, from items of museum quality to those found in most collections. After an informative introduction to Wedgwood history and marks, the photographic delineation covers the various types: Diceware, Strapware, Sgraffito, Sage Green and Lilac on White Jasper, Jasper Mounted on Metal, Crimson Jasper, and more. This is followed by a wonderful photographic gallery, organized by shapes., including biscuit barrels, bowls, boxes, candleholders, cups and saucers, figures inkwells, jewelry, jugs and mugs, lamps, medallions, perfume bottles, plates and trays, tea and coffee sets, vases, and more. All of this is illustrated with over 750 color photos. Important private collections are featured as well as one of the finest museum collections in the United States and auction houses. Wedgwood Jasper is well represented in all the finest ceramics collections around the world.

Publication Year2006

FormatHardcover

Dewey Edition22

LC Classification NumberNK4335.H465 2007

Number of Pages256 pages