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Lord Wedgwood - news of his death

The obituaries are beginning to appear in many newspapers and news services around the world.  Here is our favorite so far. Philly.com has done a nice job of telling about Piers.  He and Jean were an integral part of the Philadelphia area social scene, their primary residence being there, Jean's hometown.  Unfortunately the press release from Barlaston, and found by me through Yahoo.com's financial news feed, has several informative paragraphs about Piers, and then a commercial ending describing WWRD.  Poor taste and unnecessary.  Anyone who cares that Piers has died will already know who and what WWRD is..... this information was provided by the Wedgwood Waterford Royal Doulton PR channels, what a shame they can't be more respectful of a person who gave his life for the company - poor form folks!

PIERS, LORD WEDGWOOD HAS DIED IN PHILADELPHIA

I am very sorry to announce that Piers Anthony Weymouth Wedgwood, Lord Wedgwood, has died in Philadelphia from a massive coronary.  Piers suffered the ill effects of heart disease for many years.  Just this week he was on a heart-transplant list, but was removed Tuesday from that list, doctors speculating he would not survive surgery.  Piers is survived by his lovely, devoted wife Jean and daughter Sasha, 26, who was the apple of his eye.  May we all stop and think about him as we admire our Wedgwood wares and wish him a peaceful eternity full of love.  In the photo below from 1999, Piers had just presented me the prize in a drawing at a fund-raiser for the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, here in St. Louis.  I think the ladies thought the drawing was rigged!  

Piers was 59, born in Kenya and became the 4th Baron of Barlaston at the young age of 15 after the passing of his father, also at a young age and from heart disease.

Funeral / memorial service arrangements are incomplete at this time, but will be posted when learned.  Lord Wedgwood's family requests memorial donations be given to the Lord Wedgwood Charity, at www.lwcharity.com.

WEDGWOOD DESIGNER KEITH MURRAY

 From one of our favorite UK Newspapers, The Sentinel, comes this short but informative and well illustrated article on the works of Keith Murray.  Click here to see the article and click here to see a nice set of Keith Murray designed demitasse cups and saucers in stock now at Alexis Antiques.  We also have a tankard in stock that has a bit of chipping to the edge, but it would make a nice display piece if set just at the right angle.   One can also Google Keith Murray to learn more about this innovative designer whose work is now widely collectible and popular.  This last link leads to the Skinner, Inc., Boston auction house, website and a large number of Murray pieces to help one learn about his style and production.  And while we are sharing links, we shouldn't miss the Wedgwood Museum's own article about Mr. Murray.   Enjoy!

INTERESTING TAKE ON THE WEDGWOOD MUSEUM FIASCO

I am sorry, I lost the URL from which I obtained this, but think it is an excellent capsulized look at the overall situation, which is still not resolved, much later than was originally promised.  The visual image of that brutally split Portland Vase really brings home the situation in one visual punch!

WEDGWOOD BIRTHDAY SALUTE TO LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN

 WEDGWOOD BIRTHDAY SALUTE TO LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN

Produced by Wedgwood in 1970 for the 200th anniversary of Beethoven's birth, this black basalt portrait medallion of the musical genius is a fine tribute to the work of Wedgwood modeller Eric Owen, well known for his busts of several famous historic figures.  Frequently we remove portrait medallions from their frames but this one is so beautiful we have left it just as we found it. HAPPY 243rd BIRTHDAY to a man who has brought musical magic to so many for so long!  Click the link to see this item in our inventory. FREE SHIPPING IF HE IS PURCHASED MONDAY DECEMBER 16th, let him celebrate with a fine new home!

Photo courtesy of www.americanbeethovensociety.org

Wedgwood "BIG HOUSE" endangered in Stoke on Trent

It appears the 1751 Wedgwood family home known as The Big House is deteriorating and the damage and its possible repair are involved in an insurance claim.  Go here to see an article on the situation.  What a shame it would be to lose this historic building!

 

WEDGWOOD FOR CHRISTMAS IN STOCK & READY TO SHIP!

WEDGWOOD FOR CHRISTMAS IN STOCK and READY TO SHIP!  The Christmas shopping season is upon us.  We have a nice variety of Christmas themed items in stock in addition to our other 2,000 line items of Wedgwood and related products, and those vintage and antique items at Alexis Antiques Annex.  We have more ornaments to add to inventory, so if you collect a particular series, let us know and we'll see if we have it.  Be sure to see great merchandise for sale in our 25% off bone china sale. Many items in our inventory are now listed with USA shipping included.  We ship until the very last possible minute for Christmas delivery, so be sure to let us know if you're ordering as a gift and need quick shipping later in the month.  In many cases we can giftwrap and include a card at no extra charge, just ask!

WEDGWOOD BLUE FRIDAY & SMALL BUSINESS MONDAY SPECIAL

In the spirit of the season, Alexis Antiques and Collegeplates.com
are offering FREE SHIPPING on all orders between Friday morning and Monday evening.  Check out our websites for lots of good ideas for Christmas gifting for all those lucky enough to be on your shopping list!  Happy Thanksgiving!

Thanksgiving Wishes to our Wedgwood Friends

We at Alexis Antiques are sending happiest of Thanksgiving wishes and blessings to all our friends and valued clients.  We wish you a bountiful day of giving thanks for all that is good and wonderful in our world.  Let us give thanks for those early immigrants who came to our shores, began a system of governance and toiled, suffered and died that we might be here this week to be so thankful for so much.  Remember the Brits and their penchant for commemorating special events, even those which ultimately represent the flight of many from that great country for beliefs they held dear.  Josiah Wedgwood is the favorite Brit of many, someone for whom we are very thankful!  I am ever-thankful for Josiah and his contemporaries toiling away in Staffordshire!  Enjoy your holiday!