Cameo with Portrait of Maria I of Portugal c. late 18th century

This cameo, produced by the Wedgwood Manufactory in the late 18th century, features a profile portrait of Maria I of Portugal. The white cameo is set against a deep blue jasperware background, a signature style of the Wedgwood factory. This small, delicate piece, originally intended as a brooch, showcases the high quality of craftsmanship and artistry of the Wedgwood Manufactory during the Neoclassical period.