Wedgwood Blue Jasper Laurel Oval Frame

by Wedgwood

Product Features

• 6-inch-tall oval frame holds 3-1/2-by-5-inch photograph
• Laurel branch design inspired by Greek mythology
• Durable fine-grained, nonporous stoneware with unglazed finish
• Ornamentation in bas-relief applied by skilled craftspeople
• Highly collectible pattern in production since 1775

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.8 x 1.2 inches ; 10.4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0002ISQ2E
• Item model number: 5-14529-1665
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #232,666 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

One of the oldest patterns in Wedgwood's 240-year history, Jasper was introduced by the company's founder, Josiah Wedgwood, in 1775 and continues to have a large following of collectors of both antique and newly produced pieces. A type of unglazed, fine-grained, and nonporous stoneware, Jasper was named for its resemblance in hardness to the stone jasper. The body of this porcelain is white at its beginnings and is then dipped into metallic oxide coloring agents to shade it to black or one of several light pastel colors--with periwinkle blue, the color of this frame, being the most popular and recognizable by collectors. Inspired by Neoclassical style and Greek and Roman mythology, the design work on Jasperware is hand-applied by craftspeople and features white cameo figures and ornamentation in bas-relief. These molded decorations are fired directly onto each piece for durability.

True to the collection's roots, this frame is adorned with contrasting white carved laurel branches, a symbol associated with the god Apollo in Greek mythology. Made in England, the 6-inch-tall frame displays a 3-1/2-by-5-inch photograph and is a wonderful addition to an established Jasper collection. --Cristina Vaamonde

Product Description

Blue Jasper is quintessential Wedgwood that is the most prized of all Josiah Wedgwood's inventions and has been produced for more than 200 years and is still made by hand. The neoclassical relief design is derived from antiquities and each ornament is carefully applied by skilled craftspeople. Many of the designs on Wedgwood Jasperware relate to stories taken from classical Greek and Roman mythology. Although delicate in appearance it has a strong body. The timeless beauty of Jasper is more sought after today than in past.