Wedgwood Black Basalt Figure of Shakespeare

Description:

Wedgwood Black Basalt Figure of Shakespeare, England, 19th century, the standing figure modeled leaning on a stack of books while gesturing towards a scroll printed in gilt with verse, all set atop a raised rectangular base, impressed title and mark, ht. 16 3/4 in.
The Estate of Walter F. Goodman.
Estimate $800-1,200

Pointing finger repaired.


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