Alexander Pope 1785 - 1799

This black and gold bas-relief medallion by Josiah Wedgwood, made between 1785 and 1799, depicts Alexander Pope, an 18th-century English poet. The work is crafted in Wedgwood's signature jasperware, known for its fine detail and elegant finish. Pope's portrait, in a classic profile, is rendered in gilded relief against a black background. The piece, housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies Wedgwood's mastery of neoclassical style and his dedication to immortalizing cultural figures. The combination of classic subject matter and refined technique makes this a timeless piece of decorative art.