Wedgwood - Porcelain the fine English way
Welcome to the world of Wedgwood, synonymous with porcelain from England since 1759. Whether Christmas decorations in Wedgwood Blue or whimsical Fine Bone China tea sets, Wedgwood embodies the English way of life with elegance, creativity, British wit and lots of tea. Entertain your guests in confidence and style on your personal Wedgwood dinnerware set.
The English porcelain pioneer - Quality since 1759
The history of Wedgwood begins in 1759 in Burslem near Stoke-on-Trent in Staffordshire, the home of the English pottery industry. There, founder Josiah Wedgwood had opened his own pottery at the young age of 29 to explore new types of pottery. His achievements soon made him the "Potter to Her Majesty" and his name a world-famous brand.
Tirelessly methodically, Wedgwood conducted his research to surpass porcelain from China with his ceramic creations. Many of his inventions and advancements are still in production today. His pioneering spirit, design methodology and unwavering commitment to quality have lived on as the heritage of the "Father of English Potters".
The origin of Wedgwood blue
In thousands of experiments, Josiah Wedgwood developed unique variations of earthenware, stoneware and other types of ceramics, from Queen's Ware to Black Basalt to Jasper. From these materials, he created ceramic objects with clean lines, classical motifs and elegant shapes. His style and his works are today summarised as Wedgwoodware.
Jasperware is one of Josiah's most famous creations. Invented in 1774, this hybrid between earthenware, stoneware and soft porcelain is waterproof, yet unglazed and matt like bisque porcelain. Jasper proofed to be an ideal material for making vases, sculptures and decorative objects.
Josiah made jasper in white, black, blue, green, purple and yellow. But the most popular colour since its creation was a pastel blue. The unmistakable soft blue shade became the legendary trademark of Wedgwood – Wedgwood Blue.
The iconic Jasperware look is completed by white reliefs with classical motifs that stand out on the pastel-coloured ceramic. In 1790, Josiah produced replicas of the ancient Roman Portland vase in this style and became world famous overnight.
Wedgwood still produces emblematic Jasperware classics as part of the Iconic Prestige collection. Select master artisans create these unique pieces by hand in Barlaston, not far from Josiah Wedgwood's original factory grounds. Exact replicas of the original moulds are used for the classic relief motifs.
The timeless aesthetic of warm white and Wedgwood blue has also established itself as a Christmas tradition in the form of porcelain Christmas tree ornaments and snow globes. Add a touch of magic to your holiday decorations with the limited Wedgwood Christmas editions. Check this page during the Advent season or subscribe to our newsletter to get them before they are out of stock.
Fine Bone China - Wedgwood porcelain for everyday use
Milky white, light and translucent – Fine Bone China from England is among the best porcelain in the world. Contemporaries of Josiah Wedgwood invented bone china in the 1790s when they added bone ash to their porcelain recipes. Eventually, Wedgwood also began producing bone china and made it a brand speciality.
Bone china is a robust soft porcelain with a brilliant sheen and a milky white colour. It is made almost exactly like traditional European hard porcelain. The addition of bone ash and lower firing temperatures are the only differences.
Bone ash gives porcelain a creamy, warm colour. The porcelain itself is also softened by the special ingredient, making it extra break-resistant. Feel free to use your high-quality Fine Bone China every day for decades and eventually pass it on as a cherished memento.
Transparency is one of the most fascinating properties of porcelain. Many consider it to be an important quality feature. Due to the low firing temperatures, bone china can be formed extremely thin and thus be incomparably light and translucent. However, most modern tableware collections favour sustainability over thinness and are made thicker for even more longevity.
Whether for everyday use or the grand gala, for a casual tea party with friends or a formal dinner, discover the unique diversity of Fine Bone China dinnerware collections by Wedgwood.
Wedgwood Gio - Your Fine Bone China for every occasion
Make every table a masterpiece. The Gio dinnerware collection by Wedgwood is the perfect stage for your culinary creations. A fine hexagonal pattern shimmers on the elegant curves of the uniquely shaped plates, bowls and dishes. The embossed pattern can be delicately felt on the milk-white Fine Bone China. "Gio" has been designed for everyday use and is therefore particularly robust and break-resistant. Use the diverse selection of bowls and dishes for varied tapas menus.
Break the rules with the mix and match principle, which is part and parcel of the Wedgwood style. Refine your white "Gio" dinner service by combining it with Arris - Gio Gold and Gio Platinum which feature the iconic Gio pattern prominently as gold and platinum applications respectively. Octagonal plates expand the ensemble and make Gio even more striking. Discover English sophistication that adapts to your needs with the "Gio" porcelain tableware range.
Wild Strawberry – The Very British Tea Service
The epitome of British tea culture: Wild Strawberry by Wedgwood embodies the blissful magic of an indulgent cup of tea in the summer garden. Wedgwood decorates the delicate Fine Bone China tea set with fine gold rims of 22 carat gold and romantic strawberry drawings. The playful, rounded shapes and innocent floral motifs make the world stand still for a moment. Whether for a summer holiday garden party or to brighten up a rainy afternoon, "Wild Strawberry" is perhaps Wedgwood's most British tea service and a style icon revered around the world.
The whole world of Wedgwood
Quality in English style – TheWedgwood Klassiker focus on timeless elegance instead of fast fashion trends. For fresh impulses, the porcelain manufacturer works with British and international fashion designers who surprise with new perspectives. Are you ready? Discover the groundbreaking essentials by Jasper Conran and the feminine elegance of the collections by Vera Wang.
