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Large Staffordshire Hen and Chicks on Nest Egg Crock C1880
Shaun King Antiques
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Large Staffordshire Hen and Chicks on Nest Egg Crock C1880

19th century
Description

Probably one of the best we’ve had. This LARGE VICTORIAN STAFFORDSHIRE CHICKEN AND CHICKS ON NEST EGG CROCK dates from circa 1880.

The CHICKEN, with well-detailed grey plumage, has two tiny CHICKS nestled in her feathers.

In good condition with no cracks or restoration.

Height: 8 inches (20 cm)

Width: 8 inches (20 cm)

Express delivery within the UK is included. Please email for up-to-date Overseas Shipping costs.

Physical Dimensions
Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

Shaun King Antiques has dated this Staffordshire Hen on Nest to the 1880s.

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SA1200434
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Description
Probably one of the best we’ve had. This LARGE VICTORIAN STAFFORDSHIRE CHICKEN AND CHICKS ON NEST EGG CROCK dates from circa 1880.

The CHICKEN, with well-detailed grey plumage, has two tiny CHICKS nestled in her feathers.

In good condition with no cracks or restoration.

Height: 8 inches (20 cm)

Width: 8 inches (20 cm)

Express delivery within the UK is included. Please email for up-to-date Overseas Shipping costs.

Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

Shaun King Antiques has dated this Staffordshire Hen on Nest to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1200434
Shaun King Antiques
Shaun King Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

Third generation antiques dealer selling a wide range of large and small antiques pre 1920.

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Victorian Staffordshire earthenware egg crock shaped like a grey hen with a chick sitting in a yellow woven basket nest.
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Archive I Victorian Staffordshire earthenware egg crock shaped like a grey hen with a chick sitting in a yellow woven basket nest.

LARGE STAFFORDSHIRE HEN AND CHICKS ON NEST EGG CROCK c1880

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Victorian Staffordshire earthenware egg crock shaped like a grey hen with a chick sitting in a yellow woven basket nest.
LARGE STAFFORDSHIRE HEN AND CHICKS ON NEST EGG CROCK c1880
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Victorian Staffordshire earthenware egg crock shaped like a grey hen with a chick sitting in a yellow woven basket nest.
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A Staffordshire hen on nest is a Victorian ceramic covered dish shaped like a nesting hen sitting atop a basket-weave base, traditionally used to store fresh eggs or serve warm food in British kitchens.

These vessels were crafted from molded earthenware, coated in a white or cream slip glaze, and decorated by hand using cold-painted enamels or lead-glaze pigments prior to firing.

Authentic nineteenth-century examples feature two-piece earthenware construction, distinct mold seams along the basket rim, fine age-related glaze crazing, and unglazed resting edges on the underside.

Position the crock as a functional centrepiece on a kitchen island, display dresser, or open pantry shelf alongside traditional stoneware and kitchenalia.

Clean gently by wiping with a soft cloth dampened in lukewarm water and mild detergent, avoiding submersion or abrasive scrubbers that could erode delicate surface glazes and hand-painted details.
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