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Lot 1176

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(Ca. early 1780s) Benjamin Franklin portrait medallion by Wedgwood. Black basalt...

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Description

(Ca. early 1780s) Benjamin Franklin portrait medallion by Wedgwood. Black basalt. 66 x 84 mm. Reilly and Savage type c.

Bewigged bust of Franklin to left with FRANKLIN impressed below on obverse. Back impressed WEDGWOOD below large thumb scoop. No firing holes. Superb quality, free of all but the most minor flaws. A few tiny chips are seen along the bottom of the back, but they are microscopic and inconsequential. Great color and crisp detail. A charming example of this fine portrait.

From the Richard Margolis Collection. Earlier from Glendining's (London), November 1973.

Estimate: $2500

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Price realized	1'700 USD
Starting price	1 USD
Estimate	2'500 USD

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