Cameo with Portrait of Prince Charles Edward Stuart c. late 18th century

This cameo, produced by the Wedgwood Manufactory in the late 18th century, depicts Prince Charles Edward Stuart in profile. The white jasperware cameo is set against a blue jasperware ground and framed in gold. The small size of the piece suggests it was likely intended for personal use as a piece of jewelry. The portrait would have been of great interest to those who supported the Stuart cause, as the "Young Pretender" was a controversial figure in British history.