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ca. 1780-1800 (made)
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White Jasper ware medallion with a Lilac dip. Applied white relief decoration depicts a winged Cupid and a swan embracing atop a cloud. The front rim of the medallion is bevelled and polished.
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Materials and techniques | White Jasper ware with lilac dip and white applied bas-relief |
Brief description | Medallion of white Jasper ware with lilac dip and applied white bas-relief decoration, Wedgwood Factory, Staffordshire, ca. 1780-1800. |
Physical description | White Jasper ware medallion with a Lilac dip. Applied white relief decoration depicts a winged Cupid and a swan embracing atop a cloud. The front rim of the medallion is bevelled and polished. |
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Object history | Bought, along with other Wedgwood pieces, from the executors of the late B.L. Vulliamy. |
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Accession number | 1424-1855 |
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Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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