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Learn MoreWedgwood Black Basalt Lions
- Wedgwood’s masterful rendering of musculature hints at the ferocity of these magnificent creatures
- This work is executed in black basalt, considered one of Wedgwood's most revolutionary creations
- These lions are incredibly rare, and compliment a variety of environments
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This work is executed in black basalt, a material considered one of Josiah Wedgwood's most revolutionary creations. First developed in. . .
This work is executed in black basalt, a material considered one of Josiah Wedgwood's most revolutionary creations. First developed in the 1760s, this rich, smooth stoneware was especially suitable for casting and was used for a myriad of items, including vases, urns and remarkable sculptural forms such as these lions. A fantastic achievement of artistry and innovation, these lions are incredibly rare and complement a variety of environments.
19th century
Impressed uppercase mark
2 1/2" wide x 8 1/8"deep x 4 1/2" high
Provenance:
Property of the Saint Louis Art Museum, no. 2190:/983 1 and 2
Skinner, Boston, 18 July 2015, sale 2835B, lot 647
Maker: | Wedgwood |
Period: | 19th Century |
Origin: | England |
Type: | Figurines/Statuettes |
Style: | Basalt |
Depth: | 8.13 in. (20.64 cm) |
Width: | 2.5 in. (6.35 cm) |
Height: | 4.5 in. (11.43 cm) |
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