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Definition of queensware in English: queenswarenounˈkwiːnzwɛːˈkwēnzwer mass nounA type of fine, cream-coloured Wedgwood pottery. a dinner and dessert service in queensware Example sentencesExamples - Wedgwood did not invent creamware or Queensware, but the changes which he made in the body and glaze about 1759 created a revolution in the potters' trade and made earthenware popular for daily table use.
- Josiah Wedgwood brought this ware to a high state of development and in 1763 named it Queensware for Queen Charlotte.
- The square platter in the English Queensware pattern was damaged in a fire, and black cracks caused by the heat and smoke were evident throughout.
- The so-called stores then kept groceries, queensware and a general assortment of goods, with usually a bottle of whiskey on the counter for such customers that wished to help themselves.
- It is known that even George Washington had a ‘Queensware’ set, which he consistently renewed to keep up with the times.
Origin Mid 18th century (as Queen's ware): named in honour of Queen Charlotte (wife of George III), who had been presented with a set in 1765. Definition of queensware in US English: queenswarenounˈkwēnzwer A type of fine, cream-colored Wedgwood pottery. a dinner and dessert service in queensware Example sentencesExamples - It is known that even George Washington had a ‘Queensware’ set, which he consistently renewed to keep up with the times.
- The square platter in the English Queensware pattern was damaged in a fire, and black cracks caused by the heat and smoke were evident throughout.
- Wedgwood did not invent creamware or Queensware, but the changes which he made in the body and glaze about 1759 created a revolution in the potters' trade and made earthenware popular for daily table use.
- Josiah Wedgwood brought this ware to a high state of development and in 1763 named it Queensware for Queen Charlotte.
- The so-called stores then kept groceries, queensware and a general assortment of goods, with usually a bottle of whiskey on the counter for such customers that wished to help themselves.
Origin Mid 18th century (as Queen's ware): named in honor of Queen Charlotte (wife of George III), who had been presented with a set in 1765. |