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Staffordshire Pottery Figurine of General Napier with Horse, Likely Thomas Parr, C. 1860, Antique English Military Figure
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Staffordshire Pottery Figurine of General Napier with Horse, Likely Thomas Parr, C. 1860, Antique English Military Figure

19th century
Sold 23 March 2025 · Gillers Antiques Ltd
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Staffordshire Pottery Figurine of General Napier, c. 1860

A finely modelled Staffordshire pottery figurine, likely from the factory of Thomas Parr, dating to circa 1860. The figure depicts General Napier standing before his horse, sword in hand, on a grass mound base. The inscription on the base reads "NAPIER," identifying the subject as the distinguished British military leader.

Dimensions

Height: 22.8 cm

Width: 19 cm

Depth: 10 cm

Weight: 1139 g

Condition

Hairline crack on the horse's right hind leg, very thin. Loss of paint and gilding consistent with age. Otherwise, the figure is in excellent antique condition, with no signs of breakage or restoration.

Shipping & Packaging

Shipped fully tracked and insured.

Shipping cost includes labour, packaging, and postage.

Please examine all photographs carefully before purchasing and feel free to ask any questions.

Date of Manufacture

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this Staffordshire Pottery Military Figure to the 1860s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
22.8cm (8.98")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
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SA1107233
Description
Staffordshire Pottery Figurine of General Napier, c. 1860
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A finely modelled Staffordshire pottery figurine, likely from the factory of Thomas Parr, dating to circa 1860.
Gillers Antiques Ltd

The figure depicts General Napier standing before his horse, sword in hand, on a grass mound base. The inscription on the base reads "NAPIER," identifying the subject as the distinguished British military leader.

fig 1. An antique hand-painted Staffordshire pottery figurine of a military officer standing next to a white horse on a green base labelled Napier.
fig 1. Staffordshire Pottery Figurine of General Napier with Horse, Likely Thomas Parr, C. 1860, Antique English Military Figure

Dimensions

Height: 22.8 cm

Width: 19 cm

Depth: 10 cm

Weight: 1139 g

Condition

Hairline crack on the horse's right hind leg, very thin. Loss of paint and gilding consistent with age. Otherwise, the figure is in excellent antique condition, with no signs of breakage or restoration.

fig 2. An antique hand-painted Staffordshire pottery figurine of a military officer standing next to a white horse on a green base labelled Napier.
fig 2. Staffordshire Pottery Figurine of General Napier with Horse, Likely Thomas Parr, C. 1860, Antique English Military Figure

Shipping & Packaging

Shipped fully tracked and insured.

Shipping cost includes labour, packaging, and postage.

Please examine all photographs carefully before purchasing and feel free to ask any questions.

Date of Manufacture

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this Staffordshire Pottery Military Figure to the 1860s.

Height
22.8cm (8.98")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1107233
Gillers Antiques Ltd
Gillers Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2023
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Gillers Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Archive I An antique hand-painted Staffordshire pottery figurine of a military officer standing next to a white horse on a green base labelled Napier. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Staffordshire Pottery Figurine of General Napier with Horse, Likely Thomas Parr, C. 1860, Antique English Military Figure

Archive II An antique hand-painted Staffordshire pottery figurine of a military officer standing next to a white horse on a green base labelled Napier. View II
Archive III An antique hand-painted Staffordshire pottery figurine of a military officer standing next to a white horse on a green base labelled Napier. View III
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Archive VIII An antique hand-painted Staffordshire pottery figurine of a military officer standing next to a white horse on a green base labelled Napier. View VIII
Archive IX An antique hand-painted Staffordshire pottery figurine of a military officer standing next to a white horse on a green base labelled Napier. View IX
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An antique hand-painted Staffordshire pottery figurine of a military officer standing next to a white horse on a green base labelled Napier.
Staffordshire pottery figurine of General Napier with horse, likely Thomas Parr, c. 1860, antique English military figure
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An antique hand-painted Staffordshire pottery figurine of a military officer standing next to a white horse on a green base labelled Napier.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDecorative Figurine
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialEarthenware ceramic
  • ColourMulticoloured
  • MotifsHand-painted enamel, Modelled base, Raised lettering
  • SizeH 22.8 cm (9 in) x W 19 cm (7 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

FAQs

Staffordshire portrait figures were mass-produced in pottery districts in England during the nineteenth century, depicting contemporary heroes, royalty, and notable military figures for the domestic mantelpiece.

These figures were typically slip-cast or hand-moulded in earthenware clay, then hand-painted with metallic and mineral enamels before being fired in a kiln.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit characteristic crazing in the glaze, hollow interior construction, minimal makers marks, and hand-painted detailing consistent with mid-Victorian production techniques.

These historical items work well as focal points on open shelving, sideboards, or mantels, paired with neutral backdrops to highlight their traditional hand-painted colours.

Display figures away from direct sunlight and dust them gently with a dry, soft brush. Avoid using water or chemical cleaning agents on porous antique earthenware glazes.
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