Cameo c. late 18th century

This small, oval cameo, made by the Wedgwood Manufactory in the late 18th century, is a fine example of neoclassical design. The white jasperware features a bas-relief portrait of a standing figure, likely a classical deity or mythological figure. The cameo’s small size and delicate detail suggest it may have been intended as a personal adornment or part of a larger collection. The Wedgwood Manufactory, founded by Josiah Wedgwood, was renowned for its innovative use of ceramics and its revival of classical motifs in design.