Sold 28 March 2026 · William Carr Antiques

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Description

A decorative two-tone treacleware lion figure.

Attributed to Staffordshire. Circa 1840.

Based on the early classical marble original from the Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence.

Small chip to front left corner.

Physical Dimensions

Height

22cm (8.66")

Width

32cm (12.60")

Depth

12.5cm (4.92")

Declaration

William Carr Antiques has dated this Treacle Glazed Lion Figurine to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1192592

Description

A decorative two-tone treacleware lion figure.

Attributed to Staffordshire. Circa 1840.

Based on the early classical marble original from the Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence.

Small chip to front left corner.

Physical Dimensions

Height

22cm (8.66")

Width

32cm (12.60")

Depth

12.5cm (4.92")

Date of Manufacture

William Carr Antiques has dated this Treacle Glazed Lion Figurine to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1192592

About the Dealer

William Carr Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2022

Lover of all things interesting and extraordinary. Furniture - folk art - english country house.

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A glossy brown treacle glazed ceramic figurine of a walking lion resting a paw on a ball, mounted on a rectangular plinth.

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Treacleware Lion

William Carr Antiques

Telephone 07958 023028

Location

Durham
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/chairfinder

Verified Since Feb 2022

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Cataloguer’s note

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ObjectDecorative Sculptures
Period19th century
StyleVictorian & Gothic
MaterialEarthenware, Glaze
ColourBrown
MotifsMolded figurine, Glossy glaze, Rectangular plinth
SizeH 22 cm (9 in) x W 32 cm (13 in) x D 12.5 cm (5 in)

FAQs

Treacle glaze refers to a rich, dark brown, manganese-based glaze that produces a glossy, translucent finish. It was widely used on British earthenware and pottery during the 18th and 19th centuries to mimic the appearance of dark treacle.

These pieces were typically crafted from local earthenware clay, often moulded or slip-cast, then hand-finished before being dipped in a heavy metallic glaze and fired in a kiln.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the glaze pooling, crazing patterns, weight, base wear, and kiln marks indicative of period manufacturing techniques rather than modern reproduction methods.

Such pieces add character and texture when styled on bookshelf displays, mantelpieces, or coffee tables, contrasting effectively against minimalist or contemporary backdrops.

Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid using water, chemical cleaners, or abrasives, particularly if the glaze exhibits age-related crazing or surface hairline fractures.