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Antique Derby Figurine, "Water Element" C. 1800.
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Antique Derby Figurine, "Water Element" C. 1800.

19th century
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A good quality, nicely modeled and hand painted figurine made by Derby in 1784-1825. Quite typical for early Derby of that period. Figurine of young barefooted wreathed woman holding fishing net in one hand and fish in the other, in colorful clothing, raised on an octagonal base with Greek key moulding, heightened in gilt. The figurine adorned with rich enamel painting. On base painted factory crown mark in red which confirms the stated date of manufacture of this fine and rare Derby figurine. This figurine from the series (“Four elements”- Earth, Air, Fire and Water) was first modelled by Pierre Stephan, in 1780. It can be named as Water element. In Bloor period (since 1830) the Derby factory again started to produce such figurines. The Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Company is the oldest remaining English porcelain manufacturer, based in Derby, England. The company, particularly known for its high-quality porcelain figurines, has produced tableware and ornamental items since approximately 1750.

Dimensions : Height 16.6 cm, width 6.5 cm, depth 6.2 cm.Weight 309 grams

Condition : A few minor and unnoticeable chips on the leaves.Otherwise excellent antique condition.

Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance. It is important to note that shipping costs include labour, packaging and postage.

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Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Derby Porcelain Figurine to the 1800s.

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A good quality, nicely modeled and hand painted figurine made by Derby in 1784-1825. Quite typical for early Derby of that period.
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Figurine of young barefooted wreathed woman holding fishing net in one hand and fish in the other, in colorful clothing, raised on an octagonal base with Greek key moulding, heightened in gilt.
Gillers Antiques Ltd

The figurine adorned with rich enamel painting. On base painted factory crown mark in red which confirms the stated date of manufacture of this fine and rare Derby figurine. This figurine from the series (“Four elements”- Earth, Air, Fire and Water) was first modelled by Pierre Stephan, in 1780. It can be named as Water element. In Bloor period (since 1830) the Derby factory again started to produce such figurines. The Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Company is the oldest remaining English porcelain manufacturer, based in Derby, England. The company, particularly known for its high-quality porcelain figurines, has produced tableware and ornamental items since approximately 1750.

fig 1. An antique hand-painted Derby porcelain figurine depicting an allegory of water on a moulded base.
fig 1. Antique Derby Figurine, "Water Element" C. 1800.

Dimensions : Height 16.6 cm, width 6.5 cm, depth 6.2 cm.Weight 309 grams

Condition : A few minor and unnoticeable chips on the leaves.Otherwise excellent antique condition.

Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance. It is important to note that shipping costs include labour, packaging and postage.

Date of Manufacture

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Derby Porcelain Figurine to the 1800s.

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Produced during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, allegorical porcelain figures from English manufactories such as Derby depicted mythological themes, including the Four Elements and the Four Seasons, reflecting Neoclassical tastes.

These items were crafted using soft-paste porcelain pressed into multi-part ceramic moulds, fired, and subsequently hand-painted with overglaze enamel pigments and gilded highlights before a final low-temperature kiln firing.

Authentic pieces often feature incised model numbers, small circular patch marks on the base underside left by kiln pads, delicate enamel details, and Neoclassical base motifs like Greek key moulding.

Small ceramic sculptures can be displayed inside glass-fronted cabinets, positioned on open shelving, or styled on a marble mantelpiece alongside contemporary art to create a balanced textural contrast.

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