Wedgwood 1954 Blue Jasperware Heart Box 2.5" Cherubs Neoclassical see pics

Condition: Used

Condition Notes: Used, good condition – Some slight visible residue in relief details and a small crack or hairline in the relief near the lid’s central design (see close-up). Otherwise, the edges and surfaces are smooth with no major chips. Clean interior.

Country of Origin: United Kingdom

Sub-Type: Trinkets

Type: Boxes/ Trinkets

Size: small

Main Colour: Blue

Style: Traditional

Material: Ceramic/ Pottery

This item is a beautiful 1954 Wedgwood blue jasperware trinket box, crafted in England and featuring a heartshaped form adorned with classical white basrelief figures. The lid presents a detailed neoclassical scene with a seated woman and a cherub, while the sides are decorated with elegant garland motifs and playful cherub scenes. The piece measures approximately 2.5 inches wide, making it ideal for storing small keepsakes or jewelry.

Product Details:

• Brand: Wedgwood

• Origin: England

• Material: Jasperware (unglazed matte stoneware)

• Type: Trinket Box

• Date Marked: 1954

• Color: Iconic Wedgwood blue with white relief

• Size: Approx. 2.5" wide

Design Highlights:

• Heartshaped form, a rarer and more romantic silhouette

• White neoclassical relief on matte blue jasperware

• Lid features a beautiful scene with two women and a cherub at an altar

• Detailed garland and cherub motifs surround the base

• Crisp, welldefined relief patterns in excellent contrast to the blue ground

Condition:
Used, good condition – Some slight visible residue in relief details and a small crack or hairline in the relief near the lid’s central design (see closeup). Otherwise, the edges and surfaces are smooth with no major chips. Clean interior. No box included.

About Wedgwood Jasperware:
Founded in 1759 by Josiah Wedgwood, the Wedgwood company revolutionized ceramics with its invention of jasperware in the 1770s. Known for its matte finish and timeless blueandwhite color combination, jasperware pieces often feature classical GrecoRoman reliefs, making them staples in decorative arts and beloved collectibles. This heartshaped box is a fine example of midcentury Wedgwood artistry.