Rare Wedgwood Genius Collection "Frog" Service Plate - Beeston Castle 9"

Rare Wedgwood Genius Collection "Frog" Service Plate - Beeston Castle Wedgwood Queen's Ware dessert plate from the prestigious Genius Collection. This piece is a faithful 1990s reproduction of the legendary "Frog" Service, originally commissioned by Empress Catherine the Great of Russia in 1773 for her "Frog Marsh" palace (Chesmensky Palace) . The original service was a masterpiece of 18th-century ceramic art, featuring over 900 hand-painted British landscapes . This specific plate features a beautifully detailed, sepia-toned "View of Beeston Castle in Cheshire" framed by a delicate vine border and the iconic green frog crest. Item

Details

Manufacturer: Wedgwood, Made in England.

Collection: Genius Collection (Reproduction of the 1773-4 Imperial Commission).

Material: Fine Queen's Ware (Lead-glazed pottery). Pattern: View of Beeston Castle in Cheshire.

Diameter: 9" (23 cm).

Condition: Excellent vintage condition. No chips, cracks, or repairs. (Please see all photos for details). Includes: Original certificate of authenticity from the Genius Collection. This is a limited edition collector's item (No. 2747) that is no longer in production. It is perfect for collectors of historical Wedgwood, lovers of British landscape art, or as a sophisticated display piece for a traditional home.