Pearlware Origin & Wedgwood

Origins of Pearlware

In 1779 Josiah Wedgwood invented “Pearl White,” which came to be known generically throughout the industry as pearlware, by tinkering with his creamware formula. Wedgwood added more white clay, flint and cobalt oxide to his glaze to achieve a whiter effect. He experimented with this body for five years before using it in production. Although he was never fully satisfied with the result, Wedgwood acceded to its use in order to [...] Click here to continue reading.

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