Early 20th Century Wedgwood Faux Bamboo Caneware Pair - Classical Form

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A pair of elegant faux bamboo caneware vessels in the classical form, showcasing Wedgwood's masterful interpretation … Read more SOLD AS A PAIR
A pair of elegant faux bamboo caneware vessels in the classical form, showcasing Wedgwood's masterful interpretation of natural bamboo through sophisticated ceramic artistry.
Product Details
Style: Faux bamboo with terracotta details
Period: Early 20th Century
Form: Classical vessel shape
Material: Caneware style made of jasperware
Dimensions: 4.5" x 3" each
Quantity: Matched pair
Condition
Superb condition - exceptional preservation with beautiful original finish throughout both pieces.
Design Excellence
These pieces exemplify Wedgwood's genius for translating natural forms into refined ceramic art. The faux bamboo technique creates realistic bamboo segments and joints, while the terracotta details add warmth and visual interest to the classical vessel forms.
The caneware style, achieved through jasperware techniques, demonstrates Wedgwood's continued innovation in the early 20th century, building upon Josiah Wedgwood's original 18th-century formulations.
About Jasperware & Caneware
Jasperware, developed by Josiah Wedgwood in the 1770s, is a fine unglazed stoneware with a naturally white body that can be stained with metallic oxides. The exact formula remains confidential, but barium sulphate is a key ingredient, comprising approximately 57% of the composition along with ball clay, flint, and barium carbonate.
Caneware represents Wedgwood's interpretation of bamboo aesthetics, bringing oriental-inspired natural forms into the classical European ceramic tradition.
Style & Details

Style: Faux Bamboo/Chinoiserie Classical
Period: Early 20th Century
Origin: Staffordshire, England
Material: Jasperware in caneware style
Color: Natural cane with terracotta accents
Form: Classical vessel pair

Perfect for collectors seeking matched pairs, lovers of bamboo-inspired design, or those who appreciate Wedgwood's innovative interpretations of natural forms. These pieces would be stunning as decorative objects or functional vessels.
Rare to find such a well-preserved pair in superb condition. See less