Description
A rare and beautifully preserved antique English dessert service by Wedgwood, dated 1891.
This elegant Victorian majolica set includes seven nautilus-form dessert plates and a matching pedestal cake stand, all in the coveted blush pink glaze with cream center. The sculptural shell form, ribbed detailing, and softly shaded ombre coloration exemplify late 19th-century English ceramic artistry at its finest.
Each piece bears the impressed WEDGWOOD mark along with the three-letter date code "QLD," indicating production in 1891. The plates retain their original richness of glaze with honest, age-appropriate crazing consistent with 130+ years of history.
The matching pedestal stand elevates the service both literally and visually, creating a complete Victorian dessert presentation - ideal for layered tablescapes, coastal entertaining, or Palm Beach-style interiors.
This is not a reproduction or later revival example, but a documented late Victorian Wedgwood service. Includes 8 pieces.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good antique condition with age-appropriate crazing throughout. Light staining in the wells consistent with Victorian majolica. Minor glaze wear to high points of shell ridges. No major structural cracks observed. Please review photos carefully, as they form part of the description.
Plates: 8.50" diameter (7)
*Cake Stand: approx. 9-10" diameter x 3.5-4" height
Origin:
United Kingdom
Creator:
Brand: Wedgwood
Materials & Techniques:
Bone China
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
This elegant Victorian majolica set includes seven nautilus-form dessert plates and a matching pedestal cake stand, all in the coveted blush pink glaze with cream center. The sculptural shell form, ribbed detailing, and softly shaded ombre coloration exemplify late 19th-century English ceramic artistry at its finest.
Each piece bears the impressed WEDGWOOD mark along with the three-letter date code "QLD," indicating production in 1891. The plates retain their original richness of glaze with honest, age-appropriate crazing consistent with 130+ years of history.
The matching pedestal stand elevates the service both literally and visually, creating a complete Victorian dessert presentation - ideal for layered tablescapes, coastal entertaining, or Palm Beach-style interiors.
This is not a reproduction or later revival example, but a documented late Victorian Wedgwood service. Includes 8 pieces.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good antique condition with age-appropriate crazing throughout. Light staining in the wells consistent with Victorian majolica. Minor glaze wear to high points of shell ridges. No major structural cracks observed. Please review photos carefully, as they form part of the description.
Plates: 8.50" diameter (7)
*Cake Stand: approx. 9-10" diameter x 3.5-4" height
Origin:
United Kingdom
Creator:
Brand: Wedgwood
Materials & Techniques:
Bone China
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good antique condition with age-appropriate crazing throughout. Light staining in the wells consistent with Victorian majolica. Minor glaze wear to high points of shell ridges. No major structural cracks observed. Please review photos carefully, as they form part of the description.
Plates: 8.50" diameter (7)
* Cake Stand: approx. 9-10" diameter x 3.5-4" height
Plates: 8.50" diameter (7)
* Cake Stand: approx. 9-10" diameter x 3.5-4" height
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
1 x 9 x 9 in
Antique 1891 Wedgwood Pink Majolica Nautilus Dessert Service - 8 Pieces
Estimate $1,500-$3,110
Starting Price
$750
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