Intaglio with Head of a Man c. late 18th century

This small, oval-shaped cameo, "Intaglio with Head of a Man," is a ceramic artwork from the Wedgwood Manufactory, dating to the late 18th century. The cameo depicts a profile of a man's head carved in relief. The man is shown with short hair and is wearing a simple, draped garment. This delicate yet intricately detailed cameo showcases the skilled craftsmanship of the Wedgwood Manufactory, which was famous for its innovative use of ceramics and its production of Neoclassical-inspired artworks. The Art Institute of Chicago houses this miniature piece, which measures just over an inch in diameter.