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Wedgwood & Bentley Blue Jasper Medallion of  Solon
Wedgwood & Bentley Blue Jasper Medallion of  Solon

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Wedgwood & Bentley Blue Jasper Medallion of Solon

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$1,885
Item No. 29-1936

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A wonderful Wedgwood and Bentley jasper cameo medallion depicting Greek lawmaker Solon, a poet and statesman considered to be one of the Seven Sages of the ancient world. Medallions such as these are truly exceptional, as solid jasper was only made by Wedgwood for a short period of time. Circa 1773 3 ¼" wide x 3 5/8" high Some of Wedgwood's most decorative and meticulous work was executed in cameos and medallions. Using royalty and. . .
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A wonderful Wedgwood and Bentley jasper cameo medallion depicting Greek lawmaker Solon, a poet and statesman considered to be one of the Seven Sages of the ancient world. Medallions such as these are truly exceptional, as solid jasper was only made by Wedgwood for a short period of time. Circa 1773 3 ¼" wide x 3 5/8" high Some of Wedgwood's most decorative and meticulous work was executed in cameos and medallions. Using royalty and celebrated personages as subjects, these medallions comprise what is considered to be the largest and most uniquely interesting series of historical portraits ever undertaken in any medium. The invention of the jasper body circa 1775 enabled Wedgwood to produce white cameo reliefs on a colored ground in beautiful combinations. The relief was molded separately and so carefully applied that these cameos are often flawless under a magnifying glass. Embodying classical beauty and simplicity, jasper medallions are among Wedgwood's most sought-after wares. Reference: Wedgwood Jasper, 1972, Robin Reilly
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Wedgwood & Bentley Blue Jasper Medallion of  Solon
Maker: Wedgwood
Period: 18th Century
Origin: England
Type: Plaques
Style: Jasperware
Depth: 1.0 in. (2.54 cm)
Width: 3.25 in. (8.26 cm)
Height: 3.63 in. (9.21 cm)

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