Tankard in Black Basalt

Wedgwood Black Basalt Tankard, England, late 18th century, cylindrical form with wide band of oak leaves and branches to a textured ground, impressed upper-lowercase mark Late 18th century Wedgwood black basalt tankard. A sharp cylindrical form allows for rich textural depth in decorative relief on the bodies’ wall, with a wide band of oak leaves and gnarled branches. and leaves upon the outer side of the handle.