Abolitionist seal

Abolitionist seal of brass mounted basalt, moulded with 'Am I not a woman and a sister?' The kneeling African figure is derived from Wedgwood’s famous plaque, which became one of the most ubiquitous images of the abolition campaign. The use of a female figure reflects the importance of women in the campaign. Part of Michael Graham-Stewart slavery collection.

Object Details

ID: ZBA2493
Collection: Decorative art; Special collections
Type: Seal
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: circa 1800
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Michael Graham-Stewart Slavery Collection. Acquired with the assistance of the Heritage Lottery Fund
Measurements: Seal: 26 x 17 mm