The Wedgwood Medallion of Samuel Johnson

'The Wedgwood Medallion of Samuel Johnson; A Study in Iconography' explores the intersection of art and literature through a detailed examination of one of the most famous likenesses of the great lexicographer and author. Written by scholar Chauncey Brewster Tinker, this study delves into the history and cultural significance of the Jasperware medallion produced by the celebrated potter Josiah Wedgwood. The work analyzes how Samuel Johnson’s physical presence was captured and memorialized during the late eighteenth century, providing a unique perspective on the public image of a literary giant.Tinker examines the artistic process behind the medallion, its relationship to other contemporary portraits, and its enduring status as a definitive icon of the Age of Johnson. This monograph serves as an important resource for those interested in the history of English ceramics, art history, and the biographical legacy of Dr. Samuel Johnson. Through careful iconographic analysis, the text illuminates the cultural importance of portraiture in preserving the memory of significant intellectual figures and the craftsmanship involved in 18th-century decorative arts.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.