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Large pair antique early 19th c. Wedgwood black basalt sphinxes. Each sphinx crouches on a rectangular pedestal with its forepaws … Read more Large pair antique early 19th c. Wedgwood black basalt sphinxes. Each sphinx crouches on a rectangular pedestal with its forepaws extended at the front and its tail curled over its hind quarters. Each wears a semi-circular headdress, fish scale breast plate and a saddle blanket which falls down onto the base. The Grecian sphinxes are related to a design of 1763 by Robert Adam for Osterley Park. They also are similar to four lead sphinxes designed by Adam for Syon House. Both impressed "Wedgwood". Measure 11 1/2" x 5-1/4". Good condition - old repair to neck of one figure. Slate bases not included. See less
- Dimensions
- 11.5ʺW × 4ʺD × 5.24ʺH
- Styles
- Georgian
- Brand
- Wedgwood
- Period
- 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Pottery
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Slate Gray
- Condition Notes
- Good condition - old repair to neck of one figure. Slate bases not included Good condition - old repair to neck of one figure. Slate bases not included less
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