Classic Black

The Basalt Sculpture of Wedgwood and His Contemporaries

Edited by Brian D. Gallagher  and in association with the Mint Museum.

A fascinating exploration of the inspiration behind, and development, of black basalt, the famous stoneware perfected by Josiah Wedgwood in the 1768 to produce his exquisite ornamental wares.

“One of the most important works on 18th-century ceramics to be published in the last decade”—Anne Forschler-Tarrasch, The Art Newspaper

Published by Giles 2020, hardcover, 245 pages, format 9.75"x 11.25"