jasper-ware

Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia

1. n. A kind of pottery invented by Josiah Wedgwood, and described by him as “a white terra-cotta” and as “a white porcelain bisque (biscuit).” This paste was used by Wedgwood for his most delicate work, especially for the small reliefs called “cameos” with which he ornamented his finest vases, etc., and which were also made for setting in jewelry. Also called cameo-ware.