Rare Museum-Quality Wedgwood Tureen – Prince of Wales Feather & Crown Armorial
Circa 1770–1790 – Marked Wedgwood with Number (4)
An exceptional and historically significant Wedgwood tureen featuring the distinctive Prince of Wales Feather and Crown armorial design. This rare piece is molded as a single unit with the underplate integrated into the tureen itself, highlighting Wedgwood’s mastery of form and function in the late 18th century.
Notably, the lid’s Prince of Wales feathers are depicted without the crown—an intriguing and unusual detail for collectors and historians alike.
Condition:
Good condition for its age. The lid has a tight hairline crack and some minor brown paint loss. Light marks from use are visible, consistent with a well-preserved antique piece. All details are clearly shown in the photographs.
Dimensions (approx):
Length (underplate to end): 8 9/16″
Width: 6 1/2″
Height: 6 1/2″
Markings:
Impressed “WEDGWOOD” and the number “4” on the base.
A rare, one-of-a-kind museum piece and a superb example of 18th-century Wedgwood armorial ware—perfect for serious collectors of historical ceramics.
