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Ewer and Basin

Dateca. 1780

Maker Wedgwood Est. 1759

OriginEngland, Staffordshire, Etruria

MediumEarthenware, lead-glazed (creamware)

DimensionsEwer: 11" x 4 1/4" x 8" Basin: 4" x 12" x 9"

Credit LineGift of Mrs. Henry H. Weldon

Object number2012-68,1A&B

DescriptionA creamware shell-edged ewer and basin, one of two sets. The ewer is of lobed tulip shape with a molded foot and a high ribbed strap handle. The oval-shaped basin bears the same shell edge. Both are empressed WEDGWOOD.

This creamware ewer and basin with its sleek neo-classical shapes and simple shell-edge decoration personify the "neat and plain" style prevalent in late-eighteenth century America. These objects made by Wedgwood's Etruria Factory in Staffordshire, England, are important examples of fashionable hygienic wares that could have graced chambers on either side of the Atlantic.Label TextA creamware shell-edged ewer and basin, one of two sets. The ewer is of lobed tulip shape with a molded foot and a high ribbed strap handle. The oval-shaped basin bears the same shell edge. Both are impressed WEDGWOOD.

This creamware ewer and basin with its sleek neo-classical shapes and simple shell-edge decoration personify the "neat and plain" style prevalent in late-eighteenth century America. These objects made by Wedgwood's Etruria Factory in Staffordshire, England, are important examples of fashionable hygienic wares that could have graced chambers on either side of the Atlantic.Mark(s)Impressed marks on each piece: "WEDGWOOD"ProvenanceFormerly part of the collection and inventory of the British dealers Sampson and Horne, the objects were purchased at auction by Mrs. Henry Weldon at the Bonhams Sale 18438, New Bond Street, London, The Sampson and Horne Collection: Defining the British Vernacular, 28 April 2010.