Extremely Rare 18th-Century Wedgwood Jasper Portrait Medallion – Museum-Referenced Example
Featured in the Wedgwood Museum & V&A Collection
A genuine and historically significant 18th-century Wedgwood jasperware medallion, directly referenced in the Wedgwood Museum and the Victoria & Albert Museum collections. This is a museum-quality portrait medallion—an exceptional example of neoclassical craftsmanship, with finely detailed undercut features and a subtle depth of form.
The second photo shows the original matching piece preserved in a major museum collection, attesting to the rarity and importance of this model.
Medallion Dimensions (sight):
Height: 4 inches
Width: 3 inches
Framed Dimensions:
5 1/2 inches × 4 5/8 inches
Condition:
Good condition for its age and long history.
The lower portion has been broken and carefully reattached, a testament to its survival across centuries. No repainting or over-restoration.
A true connoisseur’s piece, seldom offered on the open market—ideal for collectors of antique Wedgwood portraiture, early jasperware, or museum-catalogued ceramics.