Description: Wedgwood washbowl and pitcher set, probably for a child owing to its small size. Black transferware design of peacocks in a bucolic setting, on a deep ecru colored ironstone body. The inner and out rim of the pitcher and bowl has a checkerboard motif.

History: Transferware is a style of ceramics including pottery, dinnerware, and other delicate items. It uses transfer printing, a decorative technique which was developed in England in the mid-18th century, particularly around the Staffordshire region. The process starts with an engraved copper plate similar to those used for making paper engravings. The plate is used to print the pattern on tissue paper, then the tissue paper transfers the wet ink to the ceramic surface. The ceramic is then fired in a low temperature kiln to fix the pattern. This can be done over or under the glaze, but the under printing method is more durable. The process produces fine lines similar to the engraved prints in old books. Before transfer printing ceramics were hand painted, a laborious and costly process.

Provenance: Helen & Dr. Roland Kohen, Miami, FL

Dimensions: Weight (Pounds & Ounces) = 6 | Height(in) = 12 | Width(in) = 14 | Depth(in) = 14

Size of Artwork(in): 7.75 x 9 x 5.75, 4 x 11.375"diameter

Artist Name: Wedgwood

Medium: Ironstone

Circa: 1924

Excellent condition, with no chips, cracks or repairs. Transfer is very clear and crisp.