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Two single-handled black vessels with figures holding the spouts.

"Sacred to Neptune" Water Ewer with a Triton Handle

founded 1759

Wedgwood

British

Triton at neck of ewer is grasping fins of sea monster; garlands of aquatic foliage in relief around body of ewer; circle of leaves across center; pointed leaves at lower half of body; square plinth with relief design of vines.

Black basalt

Vessels