Edwards, "Black Basalt", 1994

A definitive reference work by Diana Edwards (1994), this volume explores the history and production of black basalt by Wedgwood and his contemporaries. The text offers a deep dive into these unusual black wares, reflecting the 18th-century innovation and the enduring demand for refined ceramic artistry.

Circa 1994, this first edition period work remains an essential resource for collectors, documenting the peak of English ceramic research.

Hardbound in royal blue cloth with a pictorial dust jacket, featuring over five hundred illustrations that capture the fine details of the medium. Rooted in the Traditional style of scholarship, this book connects the reader to the rich heritage of Northern European pottery and the neoclassical influence on domestic craft.