Josiah Wedgwood
Figure
ca. 1980 (made)
ca. 1980 (made)
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Wedgwood manufactured this jasperware figure of Josiah Wedgwood I (1730–1795) in 1980 to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the founder’s birth. The figure of Wedgwood’s founder, Josiah Wedgwood I (1730–1795) has traditionally played a large part in the company’s celebration rituals. Josiah’s life and achievements have provided inspiration for everything, from commemorative vases, mugs, and plates to magnificent public events.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Title | Josiah Wedgwood (generic title) |
| Materials and techniques | Jasperware with applied relief |
| Brief description | Figure, 'Josiah Wedgwood', Jasperware, Josiah Wedgwood and Sons, Stoke-on-Trent, ca. 1980 |
| Physical description | Figure, blue and white jasperware with applied reliefs, one fragment; figure depicting Josiah Wedgwood standing on a circular plinth, dressed and styled in 18th century apparel, right hand clutching his jacket, left hand holding a Portland Vase, two saggars by his left leg; plinth with gold text 'JOSIAH WEDGWOOD FRS / 1730 - 1795', white 'oak' applied relief border beneath; |
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| Marks and inscriptions | WEDGWOOD(R)' (impressed on reverse of plinth), '402' (printed on reverse of plinth), 'MADE IN / ENGLAND / 'F' / '80' (impressed on plinth base) |
| Credit line | V&A Wedgwood Collection. Presented by Art Fund with major support from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, private donations and a public appeal. |
| Summary | Wedgwood manufactured this jasperware figure of Josiah Wedgwood I (1730–1795) in 1980 to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the founder’s birth. The figure of Wedgwood’s founder, Josiah Wedgwood I (1730–1795) has traditionally played a large part in the company’s celebration rituals. Josiah’s life and achievements have provided inspiration for everything, from commemorative vases, mugs, and plates to magnificent public events. |
| Other number | 10910 - Wedgwood Museum Accession number |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | WE.9673-2014 |
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| Record created | December 11, 2023 |
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