Bulb Pot & Cover
Wedgwood
Josiah Wedgwood invented basaltware in the late 1760s, aptly named for its inky, volcanic rock-like visual appearance. This 18th century rare bulb pot and cover was made toward the beginning of Wedgwood’s foray into basaltware production. Adorned with a figurative depiction of two cherubs connected by a wreath, the edges are shaped with c-scrolls. Though decorative, the pot is also functional; the cover is removable, and its interior is glazed, and includes a drain hole for excess watering. This sophisticated, neoclassical flower pot is befitting of elegant springtime bulbs like tulips or hyacinths.
Dimensions: W 6 1/2 x D 3 1/2 x H 5 in, 16.51 x 8.89 x 12.7 cm
Year: 18th century
Material: Black basalt
