Custard Cup c. 1785 - 1790

Curator: Here we have a "Custard Cup" by Wedgwood, created around 1759. It's quite small, only about 4.6 centimeters tall. Editor: My first thought is how delicate it appears, almost like a miniature basket woven from the palest lavender. Curator: Wedgwood was revolutionary in his manufacturing processes, wasn't he? He really streamlined ceramic production and made luxury items more accessible. Editor: The color especially feels significant. Lavender has long been associated with royalty, mourning, and even just a sense of quiet elegance. Curator: That's interesting, considering the labor involved in producing something like this. It speaks to the growing consumer culture of the time. Editor: And it's a container, a vessel. What did it hold, and what symbolic weight did that custard carry? Was it for the individual, a family, or a special occasion? Curator: Good questions. It is incredible to consider the skill and labor necessary to craft something so seemingly simple. Editor: It makes you wonder about the rituals surrounding its use and the stories it could tell. Curator: Indeed, it's a powerful testament to the intersection of craft and culture. Editor: A small object, yes, but filled with echoes of the past.