Etruscan ware

American  

noun

1. a black ceramic ware ornamented in encaustic colors, developed by Josiah Wedgwood.

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Etymology

Origin of Etruscan ware

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

He followed it with his own impressive self to show them the difference between the high-grade Etruscan ware and the inferior ware he had previously exhibited.

From Young Wallingford by Chester, George Randolph

A venture in finer workmanship, imitating Etruscan ware, was to be made, and, if successful, would much increase trade and profits, and a rise in wages was offered to such as could undertake the workmanship.

From My Young Alcides by Yonge, Charlotte Mary

As the sale of painted Etruscan ware declined, his Jasper porcelain—so called from its resemblance to the stone of that name—became popular.

From The Romance of Industry and Invention by Cochrane, Robert

They are perfect models of old Etruscan ware.

From The Double Life Of Mr. Alfred Burton by Oppenheim, E. Phillips (Edward Phillips)

The Etruscan ware was very valuable in ancient times, a vase being worth its weight in gold in the time of Augustus. 

From Self help; with illustrations of conduct and perseverance by Smiles, Samuel