Pair of Wedgwood Black Basalt Intaglio Medallions

Description:

Pair of Wedgwood Black Basalt Intaglio Medallions, England, late 18th century, taken from the original bronze medallions by Bertrand Andrieu, one depicting the storming of the Bastille on July 14, 1789, the other the arrival of Louis XVI in Paris on October 6, 1789, impressed marks, dia. 3 in.

Provenance: Kanter Collection.

Literature: Wedgwood I, by Robin Reilly, p. 476.
Estimate $500-700

Each in excellent condition throughout with no cracks, chips or restorations,.

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