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Pair of Hadley Worcester Arab Water Carriers, Late C19th
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Pair of Hadley Worcester Arab Water Carriers, Late C19th

19th century
Description

This exquisite pair of Hadley Worcester porcelain figures, depicting Arab water carriers, showcases fine craftsmanship and intricate detailing. The male figure, adorned in vibrant golden robes, holds a pot, while the female figure, draped in soft hues, balances a large jug on her shoulder. Each piece captures the essence of cultural heritage and daily life, reflecting the artistry of the early 19th century. The elegant poses and expressive features add depth to these collectibles, making them a striking representation of porcelain artistry. The markings on the base indicate their authenticity and connection to the renowned Hadley Worcester factory

James Hadley 1870-1895

Batch 84 60608 USKZN

Physical Dimensions
Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
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Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated these Hadley Worcester Porcelain Figures to the 19th Century.

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SA1151530
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SKU00002570
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Description
This exquisite pair of Hadley Worcester porcelain figures, depicting Arab water carriers, showcases fine craftsmanship and intricate detailing.
The male figure, adorned in vibrant golden robes, holds a pot, while the female figure, draped in soft hues, balances a large jug on her shoulder.
Patrick Moorhead Antiques

Each piece captures the essence of cultural heritage and daily life, reflecting the artistry of the early 19th century. The elegant poses and expressive features add depth to these collectibles, making them a striking representation of porcelain artistry. The markings on the base indicate their authenticity and connection to the renowned Hadley Worcester factory

James Hadley 1870-1895

Batch 84 60608 USKZN

Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Date of Manufacture

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated these Hadley Worcester Porcelain Figures to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1151530
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00002570
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
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Patrick moorhead has been one of the uk's finest trade-only antique furniture and art dealers for over 30 years.

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Archive I A pair of late nineteenth-century Worcester porcelain figures depicting a male and female Arab water carrier in draped robes holding ceramic jars.

Pair of Hadley Worcester Arab Water carriers, late C19th

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A pair of late nineteenth-century Worcester porcelain figures depicting a male and female Arab water carrier in draped robes holding ceramic jars.
Pair of Hadley Worcester Arab Water carriers, late C19th
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A pair of late nineteenth-century Worcester porcelain figures depicting a male and female Arab water carrier in draped robes holding ceramic jars.
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During the late nineteenth century, European art movements embraced Orientalism, prompting ceramic manufacturers such as Royal Worcester to produce sculpted figures representing Middle Eastern and North African subjects, frequently modelled by artists including James Hadley.

These figures were cast in soft-paste or hard-paste porcelain, decorated using hand-applied pastel enamel glazes, and finished with liquid gold leaf or metallic bronzing prior to high-temperature kiln firing.

Authenticity is verified through impressed or printed factory marks on the base, specific numerical shape codes, printed date letters or dots, and distinct modeller marks such as those for James Hadley.

These decorative objects can be placed on a sideboard, mantelpiece, or within a glazed display cabinet to introduce historical detail and sculpted narrative into modern or traditional room arrangements.

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