Chess Piece: Pawn c. 19th century

This 19th-century Wedgwood porcelain figurine, a pawn from a chess set, depicts a warrior holding a bow and arrow. The figure stands on a blue circular base, and its white, unglazed surface, characteristic of Wedgwood's jasperware, adds a classical feel. The piece, now in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago, showcases the craftsmanship of the Wedgwood Manufactory, renowned for its fine ceramic artistry.