Wedgwood Black Basalt Portrait Medallion No.24 James I Kings of England c.1800 Wedgwood

Wedgwood Black Basalt Portrait Medallion No.24 James I Kings of England c.1800 WedgwoodThis finely modelled oval portrait medallion is an authentic example of Wedgwood's celebrated 'Kings of England' series, produced in the firm's distinctive black basalt body around 1800. The medallion is impressed with the maker's name WEDGWOOD to the reverse and bears the series number 24, identifying its place within the original sequence. The 'Kings of England in high relief, including their present Majesties' was first advertised in Wedgwood's

Form: Matched pair – elegant

is one of Europe's most distinguished surviving hand-painted porcelain producers

Expertly crafted from fine porcelain/ceramic

Maker: Wedgwood & Bentley

and distinguished Durham School style binding makes it an outstanding example of a collectible leather-bound antique

border adds an extra level of sophistication: each opening has been carefully cut and finished

enhancing the interplay of light across the design and bringing out subtle variations in tone

His inclusion in the "Kings of England" series reflects his de facto sovereignty during the Interregnum

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creamy stonework and the verdant riverbank

Condition: Both in good antique condition