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Rare Wedgwood Blue & White Quill Holder Dish C1800
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Rare Wedgwood Blue & White Quill Holder Dish C1800

19th century
Sold 10 February 2026 · Lee Sherman Antiques
This “Rare Wedgwood Blue & White Quill Holder Dish C1800” found a buyer.

It was listed by Lee Sherman Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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Rare Wedgwood Blue & White Quill Holder Dish – c.1800

Early 19th Century Transfer Printed Porcelain Pen Tray

A rare and elegant early nineteenth-century Wedgwood blue and white quill holder dish, dating to around 1800. Beautifully decorated with a detailed oriental landscape scene to the interior, with scrolled floral designs to the exterior—classic of the period and highly collectible. Impressed 'WEDGWOOD' and underglaze 'W'

Dimensions:

• Length: 17.3 cm

• Width: 6.2 cm

• Height: 2.2 cm

This antique pen tray is a fine example of early blue and white transfer printing and would make a wonderful addition to any Wedgwood, writing accessory, or early porcelain collection.

Condition:

Overall condition is good, with age-appropriate signs of use consistent with a piece of this era. Please refer to the photos for full details.

A genuinely rare item and increasingly difficult to find.

Date of Manufacture

Lee Sherman Antiques has dated this Blue and White Quill Holder to the 1800s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.2cm (0.87")
Width
6.2cm (2.44")
Depth
17.7cm (6.97")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1181566
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Description
Rare Wedgwood Blue & White Quill Holder Dish – c.1800

Early 19th Century Transfer Printed Porcelain Pen Tray

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A rare and elegant early nineteenth-century Wedgwood blue and white quill holder dish, dating to around 1800.
Lee Sherman Antiques

Beautifully decorated with a detailed oriental landscape scene to the interior, with scrolled floral designs to the exterior—classic of the period and highly collectible. Impressed 'WEDGWOOD' and underglaze 'W'

fig 1. An elongated rectangular ceramic quill holder dish featuring a blue and white transfer-printed pattern.
fig 1. Rare Wedgwood Blue & White Quill Holder Dish C1800

Dimensions:

• Length: 17.3 cm

• Width: 6.2 cm

• Height: 2.2 cm

This antique pen tray is a fine example of early blue and white transfer printing and would make a wonderful addition to any Wedgwood, writing accessory, or early porcelain collection.

fig 2. An elongated rectangular ceramic quill holder dish featuring a blue and white transfer-printed pattern.
fig 2. Rare Wedgwood Blue & White Quill Holder Dish C1800

Condition:

Overall condition is good, with age-appropriate signs of use consistent with a piece of this era. Please refer to the photos for full details.

A genuinely rare item and increasingly difficult to find.

Date of Manufacture

Lee Sherman Antiques has dated this Blue and White Quill Holder to the 1800s.

Height
2.2cm (0.87")
Width
6.2cm (2.44")
Depth
17.7cm (6.97")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1181566
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United Kingdom
Verified Since Oct 2019
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An elongated rectangular ceramic quill holder dish featuring a blue and white transfer-printed pattern.
Rare Wedgwood Blue & White Quill Holder Dish c1800
Ref: SA1181566
An elongated rectangular ceramic quill holder dish featuring a blue and white transfer-printed pattern.
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  • Object[Desk Trays]
  • Period19th century
  • Style[Georgian]
  • Material[Ceramic, Earthenware]
  • Colour[Blue and White]
  • MotifsTransfer-printed landscape, Compartmentalised well, Geometric border
  • SizeH 2.2 cm (1 in) x W 6.2 cm (2 in) x D 17.7 cm (7 in)

Transfer printing on ceramics developed in England during the late 18th century, allowing intricate patterns to be applied efficiently to utilitarian objects like desk trays and inkstands.

These items were typically made from refined earthenware, creamware, or pearlware, finished with a cobalt blue transfer print under a clear lead glaze.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the glaze crazing, transfer print clarity, base wear patterns, and the presence of period-typical potting marks or manufacturer stamps.

This piece can be placed on a bookshelf or side table to hold small modern items, adding a touch of historical craftsmanship and classic blue and white pattern to a room.

Clean gently using a soft, dry cloth or lukewarm water with mild soap if necessary, avoiding harsh abrasives and prolonged exposure to direct sunlight to protect the glaze.
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