The Apotheosis of Homer

Wedgwood Black Jasper Dip Vase with cover. England, circa 1880. Applied white relief, Pegasus finial, snake handles with Medusa masks at terminals. Apotheosis frieze bordered with foliate designs, the raised plinth with classical figure groups between griffin figures to corners, impressed mark. Height: 24-1/2". Sold for USD $15,275. on 16 July 2005. Lot 198, Sale 2280, "European Furniture & Decorative Arts", Skinner, Inc., Boston, MA. Price includes buyers premium of 17.5%.