{"product_id":"rare-antique-large-wedgwood-black-basalt-neoclassical-jardiniere-lion-masks-grape-swags-classical-figures-c-1870-1900-8-d-6-75-h","title":"🔥🔥 ON AUCTION 🔥🔥 Rare Antique Large Wedgwood Black Basalt Neoclassical Jardinière | Lion Masks, Grape Swags \u0026 Classical Figures | c.1870–1900 | 8” D × 6.75” H","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA striking \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eantique Wedgwood black basalt jardinière\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, beautifully modeled in the neoclassical tradition that made Wedgwood’s basalt wares so distinctive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe substantial cylindrical form is richly decorated in applied relief with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efruiting grapevine swags suspended from lion masks with ring handles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, classical female figures, and a finely molded floral border beneath the rim. The deep matte black body gives the piece a sculptural, almost bronzed appearance and allows the classical ornament to stand out beautifully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe underside bears a simple impressed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWEDGWOOD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e mark, consistent with earlier production and supportive of a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elate 19th-century date, circa 1870–1900\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The form and decoration are characteristic of Wedgwood’s historic neoclassical black basalt designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaker: Wedgwood, England\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Black Basalt Stoneware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor: Matte Black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle: Neoclassical \/ Classical Revival\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecoration: Lion masks, ring handles, grapevine swags, floral border, and classical figures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForm: Jardinière \/ Cachepot \/ Decorative Planter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: Approximately 8” D × 6.75” H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMark: Impressed WEDGWOOD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDate: Circa 1870–1900\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Very good antique condition with light surface wear and rubbing consistent with age. No obvious chips, cracks, or repairs visible in the photographs. Please review all images carefully, as they form an important part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA handsome and highly decorative example of Wedgwood black basalt, perfect displayed on a console, library table, or mantel, or styled with an orchid, topiary, or seasonal arrangement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lillian Grey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46120091517135,"sku":null,"price":1703.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/8038\/8303\/files\/516EFD39-B767-4304-B9DE-1B948D1B5C30.jpg?v=1789175068","url":"https:\/\/www.shoplilliangrey.com\/fr-ca\/products\/rare-antique-large-wedgwood-black-basalt-neoclassical-jardiniere-lion-masks-grape-swags-classical-figures-c-1870-1900-8-d-6-75-h","provider":"Lillian Grey","version":"1.0","type":"link"}