Wedgwood Jar Appraisal

Wedgwood Sage Green Jasperware Lidded Jar

This is a Wedgwood jasperware lidded jar, characterized by its distinctive sage green color and white applied neoclassical relief decoration. The jar is cylindrical in shape with a slightly flared base, standing approximately 5-7 inches tall with the lid. The primary material is unglazed matte ceramic, known as jasperware, a fine stoneware developed by Josiah Wedgwood in the 18th century. The body of the jar features classical scenes in white relief, depicting figures (possibly goddesses or muses) and prominent trees, indicative of traditional Wedgwood botanical and mythological motifs. There appears to be at least one female figure on the front facing left, next to a large tree with detailed foliage. The lid is adorned with radiating white leaf or feather-like motifs, centrally culminating in a spherical finial. Around the rim of the lid, as well as the upper edge of the jar, there is a continuous border of white applied relief, likely a laurel wreath or similar classical foliage pattern. The craftsmanship is highly detailed, with crisp lines and intricate modeling of the white relief against the smooth, unglazed sage green background. No obvious chips, cracks, or repairs are visible from the provided image, suggesting good overall condition. The matte finish of the jasperware is intact, and the white relief maintains its characteristic contrast. While no specific maker's marks or signatures are visible in this view, the style, color, and relief work are unmistakably Wedgwood, dating this piece likely from the late 19th to 20th century. Jasperware is highly collectible and known for its high quality and detailed craftsmanship.