In June 2025, we will be unveiling a new display celebrating the 250th anniversary of jasper. In the lead up, we're sharing some of the objects you can expect to find on display. The first object is this 1978 green ‘dip’ jasperware coffee pot with an engine-turned decoration.

This week’s #FridayFinds highlights British designer Nick Munro (b. 1963) collaboration with Wedgwood in 1999. His designs blended function with striking forms in black and white jasperware as well as bone china. We have recently catalogued a range of Munro's creations

Our ‘Jasper 250’ display is opening in June - here's another object you’ll find on show. This 1975 yellow jasperware figure of ‘Spring’ is features a moulded design of a female and child surrounded by flowers and animals. The design was modelled by Donald Brindley (1928-2023).

This week's #FridayFinds highlights recently unpacked items featuring the ‘Gold Marguerite’ pattern, which was mainly produced during the 1960s. Among the objects is a smoking set, comprising of a jar, lighter, and a electronic coffee pot made in collaboration with Russell Hobbs.

Only a few more weeks until the opening of Jasper 250! We’re sharing another object which you can expect to find in the display. This necklace was designed by British jeweller Wendy Ramshaw (1939-2018) in the 1980s. It features a variety of spherical and conical geometric forms.

From 1976 to 1978, sculptural ceramicist Glenys Barton (b. 1944) served as Wedgwood’s first Artist in Residence, collaborating closely with the factory to create a distinctive series of sculptures—some of which we have recently unpacked. Barton’s work explores the human form.

Only one more week until the opening of Jasper 250 display! Here’s another teaser for you to enjoy. Listed as ‘Shape No. 631’ in ‘Wedgwood Shape Book No.1’, this late 18th century blue and white jasperware basket and cover is decorated with a hand pierced pattern.

This week’s #FridayFinds showcases this green jasperware custard set, made in 1978. It includes a square tray and four covered cups, all decorated with white acanthus and laurel leaf reliefs. Custard cups were small, covered vessels designed for serving desserts. .

This month’s ‘People of Wedgwood’ project post celebrates employee Cecil Haven (1893-1974). Haven began working for Wedgwood in 1910 as a European salesman. During World War Two, Haven was tasked with creating new markets in South America. Haven retired in 1959.

It’s UK #RefugeeWeek - to celebrate, our Assistant Curator Michael Ruddy has published a blog about Ulla Goodman (1924-81), a Jewish refugee who, through the help of the Wedgwood family, escaped Nazi persecution and later became a full-time designer. brnw.ch/21wTvaV

This week’s #FridayFinds spotlights two jasperware candlesticks which depict the Roman goddesses Minerva and Diana. Manufactured in 2008, they are modelled after original 18th-century candlesticks by Wedgwood modeller Henry Webber (1754 - 1826).

This week’s #FridayFinds spotlights a jasperware dolphin-footed pastille burner, manufactured by Wedgwood 2006. Such burners were popular during the 18th and 19th centuries. Cone-shaped incense was lit within the burner, which helped mask the unpleasant odours.

This week’s #FridayFinds highlights the discovery of a 2005 statue of Apollo, the Greek god of light, music, prophecy, and healing. He’s instantly recognisable by the lyre—his signature attribute—symbolising his role as the god of music and the arts.

This week’s #FridayFinds features a traditional 'Edme' plate with a hand painted blue floral design. But flip it over, and things get interesting - there are unfired lithographs depicting red cars. Maybe someone at Wedgwood was just practising how to apply the lithographs?

On this day, 295 years ago, Josiah Wedgwood I (1730-95) was baptised at St John’s Baptist Church, Burslem. Although the exact date of birth remains unclear, the 12th of July has been traditionally celebrated as Josiah’s birthday.

This week’s #FridayFinds spotlights a pair of jasperware jars, each adorned with a continuous hand-painted scene that wraps around the circumference. Both jars were painted by Matthew J. Riley, who worked at the Wedgwood Factory at Barlaston from 1996 to 2006.

Want to take a look behind the scenes at the V&A Wedgwood Collection? We’re offering a unique opportunity to get up close with objects. Our curatorial team will guide you through each object, sharing stories about the people behind the pots. Book here: worldofwedgwood.com/content/curato…

Style your own Wedgwood medallion! ✨ Join us this Wedgwood Wednesday for a fun, hands-on craft workshop in the V&A Wedgwood Collection Atrium. 🕚 Wednesday 30 July - 10:00 - 14:00. 📍 V&A Wedgwood Collection Atrium 🎨 Free, drop-in activity. No booking required.

Today’s #FridayFinds post is a striking 'Fieldfare' pattern plate in deep Highland Green, designed by Robert Minkin in 1959. Flip it over, and you'll discover a large label detailing the full range of items this pattern adorned, from plates to coffee pots.

In 1790, Wedgwood perfected his own version of a famous Roman vase. Now it’s your turn! Join us tomorrow and make your own paper Portland Vase. 🕚 Wednesday 6 August - 10:00 - 14:00. 📍 V&A Wedgwood Collection Atrium 🎨 Free, drop-in activity. No booking required.