Wedgwood Encaustic Decorated Black Basalt Vase

Description:

Wedgwood Encaustic Decorated Black Basalt Vase, England, early 19th century, amphora shape with upturned loop handles, iron red, white, and black decoration of cloaked male figures, one holding a ball, a staff leaning at his side, running stiff leaf and berry and meander borders, impressed mark, ht. 9 1/4 in.


Provenance: The Estate of Paul H. Lauer.
Estimate $1,200-1,800

In very good condition throughout with no evidence of any cracks, chips or restorations.


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