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Large Victorian Staffordshire Flatback Figure of a Scottish Highlander on Horseback
Hand of Glory
for sale €187     $203
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Large Victorian Staffordshire Flatback Figure of a Scottish Highlander on Horseback

19th century
For Sale by Hand of Glory
Description

A large Victorian Staffordshire flatback figure of a Scottish highlander on horseback, his traditional costume painted in colours.

In very good condition, one hole to the underside of the base.

30cm high.

Physical Dimensions
Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
22cm (8.66")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Declaration

Hand of Glory has dated this Staffordshire Equestrian Flatback Figure to the Victorian era.

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SA1146779
Dealers Internal Reference
SKU00000861
Description
A large Victorian Staffordshire flatback figure of a Scottish highlander on horseback, his traditional costume painted in colours.

In very good condition, one hole to the underside of the base.

30cm high.

Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
22cm (8.66")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Date of Manufacture

Hand of Glory has dated this Staffordshire Equestrian Flatback Figure to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1146779
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00000861
Hand of Glory
Hand of Glory
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2012

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A Victorian Staffordshire earthenware flatback figure depicting a Scottish highlander mounted on a chestnut horse with hand-painted polychrome decoration.
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Archive I A Victorian Staffordshire earthenware flatback figure depicting a Scottish highlander mounted on a chestnut horse with hand-painted polychrome decoration.

Large Victorian Staffordshire Flatback Figure of a Scottish Highlander on Horseback

Archive II A Victorian Staffordshire earthenware flatback figure depicting a Scottish highlander mounted on a chestnut horse with hand-painted polychrome decoration. View II
Archive III A Victorian Staffordshire earthenware flatback figure depicting a Scottish highlander mounted on a chestnut horse with hand-painted polychrome decoration. View III
Archive IV A Victorian Staffordshire earthenware flatback figure depicting a Scottish highlander mounted on a chestnut horse with hand-painted polychrome decoration. View IV
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Telephone 07867 305451 or 01249 447478
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Hand of Glory Antiques
34 Market Place
Chippenham
Wiltshire
SN15 3HP
United Kingdom
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Items For Sale 175
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Hand of Glory
Hand of Glory
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Location: Hand of Glory Antiques, 34 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HP, United Kingdom
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Jul 2012
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A Victorian Staffordshire earthenware flatback figure depicting a Scottish highlander mounted on a chestnut horse with hand-painted polychrome decoration.
Large Victorian Staffordshire Flatback Figure of a Scottish Highlander on Horseback
Ref: SA1146779
A Victorian Staffordshire earthenware flatback figure depicting a Scottish highlander mounted on a chestnut horse with hand-painted polychrome decoration.
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Staffordshire flatback figures are lead-glazed earthenware ornaments produced in Staffordshire, England, primarily during the Victorian era. They feature a flattened, unpainted reverse side designed specifically to sit flush against a wall or chimney breast above a fireplace mantel.

These figures were produced using press-moulded white earthenware clay. Once fired, they were coated in a clear lead glaze and decorated by hand using overglaze enamel paints and metallic lusters before undergoing a final lower-temperature kiln firing.

Authentic nineteenth-century examples generally feature a small release hole at the base or back to prevent explosions during firing, display glaze crazing, and show signs of hand-painted enamel wear. They are typically unmarked on the base, as potteries rarely stamped these mass-produced items.

Position flatbacks in pairs or as standalone statement pieces on a fireplace mantel, bookshelves, or a sideboard top. Their distinct silhouettes pair well with both traditional English country house decor and modern maximalist shelf displays.

Dust regularly with a dry, soft-bristled brush. Avoid immersing overglaze-painted earthenware in water or using abrasive chemicals, as harsh cleaning can strip delicate cold-painted details and enamels.
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