Name: A Pair of Nineteenth Century Staffordshire Pottery Figures - The Fruit Sellers
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1007662
Price: 140 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

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Sold 26 September 2024 · Gertrude Antiques

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Description

Two separate figures of a young man carrying a basket of fruit and a young girl with an apron full of fruit. They are dressed in matching colour pink lustre jackets.

Condition: Good examples. No apparent damage except for some rubbing.

Physical Dimensions

Height

18cm (7.09")

Declaration

Gertrude Antiques has dated these Staffordshire Pottery Figures to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

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SA1007662

Description

Two separate figures of a young man carrying a basket of fruit and a young girl with an apron full of fruit. They are dressed in matching colour pink lustre jackets.

Condition: Good examples. No apparent damage except for some rubbing.

Physical Dimensions

Height

18cm (7.09")

Date of Manufacture

Gertrude Antiques has dated these Staffordshire Pottery Figures to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1007662

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ObjectDecorative Figurines
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialEarthenware, Ceramic
ColourMulticoloured
MotifsHand-painted overglaze, Raised scenic base, Figurative sculpture
SizeH 18 cm (7 in)

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Staffordshire pottery figures are ceramic ornaments produced in the Staffordshire potteries region of England, particularly during the 19th century, depicting people, animals, and historical events.

These figures were typically made from earthenware pottery, slip-cast or hand-modelled, and decorated with hand-painted overglaze colours and gilt highlights.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit characteristic crazing, vent holes at the base, hand-painted details with slight irregularities, and a lighter earthenware body underneath.

They make excellent decorative accents when displayed on bookshelves, mantelpieces, or enclosed cabinets, adding a touch of traditional character to contemporary spaces.

Clean them gently with a dry, soft brush to remove dust. Avoid using water, harsh chemicals, or abrasive cloths, as these can damage the delicate overglaze enamel and historical pigments.