English potter (1730-1795) credited with the industrialization of the manufacture of pottery. He was a member of the Darwin-Wedgwood family, most famously including his grandson, Charles Darwin. Enormous vellum manuscript DS, signed “Jos. Wedgwood,” two pages, 31.5 x 28.5, October 30, 1779. A lengthy reconveyance of property located in Henbury in Chester County, signed at the bottom by Wedgwood, as well as the other involved parties, each signing next to a red wax seal. Each sheet bears a blue-and-silver paper seal, and the two pages have been joined at the bottom with four silk chords. In fine condition, with light toning to signature area and second page, moderate storage folds, and some scattered light spotting. RRAuction COA.
