Josiah Wedgwood - A Giant in the History of Ceramics - Part 1

How did Wedgwood create one of the most famous ceramic companies in British history?  And what fueled his obsession with science and experimentation?  Join Paul Greenhalgh is joined by Sir Tristram Hunt to discuss 18th century England and  the life and work of potter, scientist and abolitionist in part 1 of a 2 part series on Josiah Wedgwood.

Ceramics and artwork in this week’s episode include:

Josiah Wedgwood, 1730—17

Soup Tureen with Lid (Creamware), Circa 1770—80, Josiah Wedgwood & Sons

Terrine With Lid and Saucer (Creamware), Circa 1800—15, Josiah Wedgwood & Sons

Platter (Creamware), Circa 1780., Josiah Wedgwood & Sons

The First Day's Vase (Black Basalt), 1769, Josiah Wedgwood & Sons
Courtesy of V&A Museum

Dinner Plate ‘Frog Service’, 1773, Josiah Wedgwood & Sons
Courtesy of V&A Museum

Platter ‘Frog Service’, 1773—74, Josiah Wedgwood & Sons
Courtesy of V&A Museum

Plate ‘Frog Service’, 1773—74, Josiah Wedgwood & Sons
Courtesy of V&A Museum

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Hosts: Paul Greenhalgh & Stephanie Rozene
Additional Research: Catherine Ingram
Editor: Alessandro  Ruocco
Executive Producer: Emma Cahusac