Rare Early Minton Porcelain Flat Back Figure the Cobbler's Wife Model 5 C.1824-1828

A very rare early Minton porcelain figure of the Cobbler's Wife. The very first Minton figures, models 1-8, are small and only modelled to the front, the back being recessed and undecorated. Decorated in rich enamels and set on an oval base, the front with some gilt decoration. This model is number 5, showing a clearly furious woman trying to throttle her cobbler husband who is seated on a stool formed of shoe lasts, presumably not working as hard as he should be. A basket and a pair of black leather boots lie on the floor. Unmarked, c.1824-1825.

Reference: Minton Pottery & Porcelain Of The First Period, Godden, page 82 and a design sketch of the model from the original factory book is shown amongst others of these early figures in plate 132.

It measures 10.5cm (4 1/8") high, 7.6cm (3") wide and 1.3cm (3 1/2") deep.

In excellent condition with no damage, repair or restoration. There is a little gilt wear to the base and a fine glaze line to the reverse of the base, about 5mm from the top.

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