1930s Wedgwood Jasperware Alabastron Vase in Sage Green

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… 1930s Wedgwood Jasperware Alabastron Vase in Sage Green
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A mesmerizing 1930s Wedgwood beauty that practically whispers tales of … Read more … 1930s Wedgwood Jasperware Alabastron Vase in Sage Green
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A mesmerizing 1930s Wedgwood beauty that practically whispers tales of antiquity. This sage-green Jasperware Alabastron vase showcases ghostly white figures dancing across its surface - classical maidens frozen in eternal grace against that distinctive matte finish that only Wedgwood could perfect.
The slender neck curves like a swan's throat, echoing the ancient Greek vessels that once held precious oils for goddesses. Each white relief tells its own story, carved with the kind of precision that makes you wonder if the artisan had divine guidance.
The Story Behind the Magic
Picture Josiah Wedgwood in 1775, obsessing over his secret formula like a ceramic alchemist. He cracked the code to create Jasperware - pottery that's colored all the way through, not just painted on top. The Alabastron shape? Pure genius borrowed from ancient Greeks who knew a thing or two about storing liquid treasures.
By the 1930s, Wedgwood artisans were still hand-applying these delicate white reliefs, one careful press at a time. This vase is basically a small miracle of craftsmanship.
Condition
This lovely has lived well - no battle scars, chips, or unfortunate encounters with curious cats. The white figures still pop against that gorgeous green like fresh snow on moss. A few gentle signs of its decades, but nothing that doesn't add to its character.
A vase that has been waiting nearly 90 years for someone who appreciates its quiet sophistication. Could that be you?
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Maker: Wedgwood
Period: 1930s
Style: Neoclassical
Materials: Jasperware ceramic
Color: Sage green with white relief
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with age-appropriate patina
Form: Alabastron (ancient Greek vessel form) See less