Buckle with Hebe and Eagle c. late 18th century

This small oval buckle, created by the Wedgwood Manufactory in the late 18th century, features a white cameo of Hebe, the Greek goddess of youth, holding a cup and standing on clouds. The cameo is set against a bright blue jasperware background and surrounded by an intricate silver frame studded with paste gems. This miniature piece of decorative art showcases the Wedgwood’s masterful technique of jasperware, a distinctive type of stoneware known for its fine detail and vibrant colors.