Plaque with Head of a Satyr 1770

This Wedgwood jasperware plaque, dated 1770, depicts a bust of a satyr, a creature from Greek mythology that is part human and part goat. The satyr is depicted with horns, a beard, and a mischievous expression. The plaque is set in an oval frame with a blue background, a hallmark of the Wedgwood Manufactory. The ceramic relief sculpture is an example of neoclassical art, inspired by the ancient world and emphasizing classical forms and ideals. Wedgwood's innovative jasperware was praised for its fine detail, exquisite craftsmanship, and evocative subject matter.