Wedgwood Black Basalt “Choice of Hercules” Plaque, Large c.1850 England Subject: Monumental ornamental vase /

Subject: Monumental ornamental vase / classical design

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Wedgwood Black Basalt “Choice of Hercules” Plaque, Large c.1850 England Subject: Monumental ornamental vase /Elevate your collection with this exceptional mid 19th century Wedgwood Black Basalt plaque, depicting the classical allegory The Choice of Hercules. Crafted in England circa 1850, this large and finely detailed relief exemplifies the refinement, artistry, and enduring desirability of antique Wedgwood black basalt pottery. The plaque presents Hercules at the pivotal moment of choosing between the paths of Virtue and Vice, a subject drawn from ancient