Egyptian Basalt

A Wedgwood Black Basalt "Canopic" jar. Crafted in the form of an Egyptian vase derived from funerary jars used by the ancient Egyptians.

Influenced by antiquities, Wedgwood artists crafted this Black Basalt model in the 18th century. Josiah Wedgwood named the black earthenware body that he created Black Basalt, as it...

Josiah Wedgwood named the black earthenware body that he created Black Basalt, as it resembled Egyptian basalt. He made his first known reference to ceramic dolphins in 1770 and refe...

Developed in the 1760s during Josiah Wedgwood's partnership with merchant Thomas Bentley, black basalt was a rich, smooth stoneware. It was inspired by the hard, natural stone known ...

Dimensions: 4.75" deep x 2.75" across x 5" tall Condition: Excellent Price: $420 Background of Wedgwood black basalt: In the late 18th century Josiah Wedgwood created a black stonewa...

This same figure appears on the reverse of the famed "Hamilton vase" that resides in the British Museum (London), in an homage to classical motifs of ancient Greek pottery. Black bas...

The scenes of Hellenistic myth are a clear homage to the classical motifs of ancient Greek pottery. Black basalt was developed in 1767 by founder Josiah Wedgwood and was inspired by ...

Dimensions: 7.75" tall x 3.5" diameter at widest point x 2" across the base Condition excellent Price: $2600 Background of Wedgwood black basalt In the late 18th century, Josiah Wedg...

Dimensions: 9.85" tall x diameter at widest point 4.25 x diameter across the base 3.1" Condition excellent Price: $875 Background of Wedgwood black basalt sphinxes In the late 18...

Largely considered the firm’s greatest innovation, black basalt was developed in 1767 by founder Josiah Wedgwood and was inspired by the hard, natural stone known as Egyptian basalt.

This carved basalt bust, which would appear to be a fragment from a much larger statue, has been mounted on a custom stand.

In the mid-18th century, Josiah Wedgwood created black stoneware, which he named "Black Basalt " because it resembled Egyptian basalt stone.

Background of Wedgwood black basalt: In the mid-18th century, Josiah Wedgwood created black stoneware, which he named "Black Basalt," as it resembled Egyptian basalt stone.

Egyptian motiff black and gold basalt lamassu jasperware Wedgwood covered box.

Egyptian motif black and gold basalt jasperware Wedgwood covered box.

A special edition Wedgwood ale jug with an neo-Egyptian design of sphinxes and a firebird. Decorated in Black Basalt and contrasting Rosso Antico decoration finished with touches of ...

Wedgwood Black Basalt Egyptian Revival Crocodiles Cameo Trinket Box Good condition Free international shipping.

Wedgwood Black Basalt Egyptian Revival Cameo Circular Trinket Box Good condition Free international shipping.

Wedgwood Black Basalt Egyptian Revival Cameo Circular Trinket Box Good condition Free international shipping.

A pair of early 19th century Wedgwood Rosso Antico stoneware incense burners each supported by three black basalt dolphins and sprigged with black basalt Egyptian motifs.

Inspired by ancient Egyptian black pottery and natural basalt stone, Wedgwood’s material quickly gained prestige for its classical beauty and durability.

Stunning Antique Grand Tour Collection of Patinated Bronze and Marble items to include a miniature Sundial superbly mounted on a Sienna Marble base. A black basalt ceramic Egyptian...

This study captures the echo of antiquity through a contemporary lens, celebrating form not as perfection but as endurance. Inspired by the basalt torsos of Egypt’s Late Period and ...

Dimensions: 10.2" height x 7" deep x 3.6" wide Condition: Excellent with tiny edge chips invisibly restored Price: $6,600 Background of Wedgwood black basalt: In the mid-18th century...

Dimensions: 4.75" diameter x 4.75" height Condition: Excellent Price: $440 Background of black basalt: In the mid-18th century Josiah Wedgwood created a black stoneware which he name...

Influenced by Egyptian antiquities, artists first crafted this Black Basalt model of a sphinx in 1773.

Egyptian Motiff Basalt Jasperware Wedgwood Bud Vase.

A very fine and rare antique Josiah Wedgwood black basalt sphinx in the Egyptian style sat on a rectangular base and dating between 1770 and 1810.

Egyptian motiff black and gold basalt jasperware wedgwood covered box.

We are pleased to offer this incense burner in the Egyptian Revival style made by Wedgwood in a combination of Black Basalt and Rosso Antico stonewares.

A set of four mid-20th century Italian Mottahedeh basalt candlesticks of classical form with quasi-Egyptian motif including reeded columns with papyrus leaf capitals, all on a square...

Black basalt Egyptian Sphinx lying with the body resting on the legs with head raised.

The vases were machine turned on a lathe and sprigged with Black Basalt, Egyptian motif details. According to "Wedgwood and his Imitators" by N.

Exquisitely carved head of the pharaoh wearing a head cloth with fragmentary uraeus with a serene expression. Ex. collection Theodore and Aristea Halkedis Acquired London 1980s

The pot is made of black basalt, also called Egyptian basalt, and is beautifully engine turned.

Black basalt ware is also called Egyptian Black basalt.

An important pair of Wedgwood Egyptian stlye candlesticks, basalt and terracotta, upper case mark

This quintessential recumbant pose and design was first utilised in the 1780’s by Eleanor Coade, after the antique basalt Egyptian lionesses, which lie at the base of the Scalinata o...

A charming pair of Sphinxes carved from black basalt. Sold as souvenirs in the late 19th or early 20th century.

This pair of bronze sculptures of Atlas with Globe & Armillary Sphere are of high cast quality. Pairs have sold for over 700,000 Euro. Their condition is excellent for age and has ve...

Over the course of his long and prolific career, Norman Rockwell executed over 300 cover illustrations for The Saturday Evening Post. In addition to these beloved commissions, Rockwe...

This large branch of Mediterranean coral, 'Corallium Rubrum' is mounted on a gilt bronze base. The creation of the vase-shaped base involves various techniques: lost wax casting, mol...

Large-scale 19th century English display cabinet executed in the Chinoiserie tradition. Constructed in carved mahogany and conceived as a tripartite architectural façade, each glazed...

The Following Items we are offering is an Estate Lalique Large Bacchantes Vase with Women conjoined Around. Signed with etched Lalique France signature at base. Current Retail $6800....

A beautiful 'sage' green and white English Wedgwood Jasperware matte stoneware vase in the Neoclassical style, England, 1973. Vase has Renaissance/Neoclassical raised white relief sc...

Italian Venetian Grotto (19th cent.) silver gilt settee with triple seashell seat and dolphin & seahorse motif (att: Pauly et Cie, Venice)

Item is in excellent condition and has only been displayed in a gallery setting. This painting was procured direct from the artist's studio. Cornelis le Mair is truly a renaissance ...

An elegant set of twelve dinner or presentation plates by the fine porcelain firm of Minton's of England. Custom ordered through the prestigious retailer of William Plummer, New York...

"The Galloping Racehorse" by John Frederick Herring Sr. is a stunning oil painting on canvas that vividly captures the dynamic motion and energy of a racehorse in full gallop. In thi...

Four season ,monumental classically draped female figures and their distinguishing symbols on a square base. Autumn, winter, spring and summer. Timeless classical decoration for you...

Complete antique pharmacy cabinet, with 3 open bookcases on the sides, 1 bookcase with drawers and 2 original doors with glass and enameled mirror sign. Built in the mid-19th century...