Wedgwood Crimson Jasper Dip Square Lidded Box<BR>Sold March, 2013; H-VIII-142325 - Products - Seekers Antiques

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Wedgwood Crimson Jasper Dip Square Lidded Box
Sold March, 2013; H-VIII-142325

Description:	A classical tableau featuring Icarus and his father Daedalus--the youth already wearing wi... A classical tableau featuring Icarus and his father Daedalus --the youth already wearing wings in preparation for his fatal flight--centers a rich crimson ground on the lid of this square box. Four corner florets and a dense floral border complete the lid decoration. The sides of the base are ornamented by groups of cupids, making merry or making mischief. More
Mark:	Impressed WEDGWOOD, MADE IN ENGLAND
Date:	1910 or possibly late 1920's
Dimensions:	Square, 4 in. ; Ht 1 7/8 in.
Condition:	Fine; slight traces of characteristic red "bleed-through" on white sprigged relief.
Comment:	The shape of this particular trinket box combines a certain straight-forward masculine "sq... The shape of this particular trinket box combines a certain straight-forward masculine "square-ness" with the softness of its rounded edges. The box, as a result, is equally suited to a gentleman's bureau or a lady's vanity. The rarity and beauty of Wedgwood's crimson jasper dip needs no further comment. More
Product No:	CDI88
Price:	$ 1550.00, Sold

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