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Antique English Victorian Staffordshire Pottery Theatrical Portrait Figure ~ "Jenny Lind as Marie"
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Antique English Victorian Staffordshire Pottery Theatrical Portrait Figure ~ "Jenny Lind as Marie"

19th century
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A fine and rare Mid 19th Century Antique English Victorian Staffordshire Pottery Theatrical Portrait Figure of the opera singer "Jenny Lind", popularly known as The Swedish Nightingale, in her role as Marie in Act 1 of Donizetti's two act opera, "La Fille du régiment", { The Daughter of the Regiment } ~ P E164 ~ H 1301. Catalogued by Pugh as an "Alpha" factory piece, beautifully modelled in the round with superb original colouring, the shaped base with gilt upper case impressed title, viz. "M.LIND", she stands in a low-crowned, broad-brimmed hat with her right hand raised to it's brim, bodice with epaulettes, and wide ankle-length skirt.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
20.3cm (7.99")
Width
8.2cm (3.23")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
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Applecross Antiques has dated this Staffordshire Jenny Lind Figure to the 19th Century.

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SA866138
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VSPPFJLH1301-20
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A fine and rare Mid 19th Century Antique English Victorian Staffordshire Pottery Theatrical Portrait Figure of the opera singer "Jenny Lind", popularly known as The Swedish Nightingale, in her role as Marie in Act 1 of Donizetti's two act opera, "La Fille du régiment", { The Daughter of the Regiment } ~ P E164 ~ H 1301.
Catalogued by Pugh as an "Alpha" factory piece, beautifully modelled in the round with superb original colouring, the shaped base with gilt upper case impressed title, viz.
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"M.LIND", she stands in a low-crowned, broad-brimmed hat with her right hand raised to it's brim, bodice with epaulettes, and wide ankle-length skirt.

fig 1. A Victorian Staffordshire earthenware figure of operatic performer Jenny Lind wearing an orange jacket, green skirt, and pink hat on a white base inscribed M. Lind.
fig 1. Antique English Victorian Staffordshire Pottery Theatrical Portrait Figure ~ "Jenny Lind as Marie"

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Height
20.3cm (7.99")
Width
8.2cm (3.23")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Applecross Antiques has dated this Staffordshire Jenny Lind Figure to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA866138
Dealers Internal Ref
VSPPFJLH1301-20
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Archive I A Victorian Staffordshire earthenware figure of operatic performer Jenny Lind wearing an orange jacket, green skirt, and pink hat on a white base inscribed M. Lind.

Antique English Victorian Staffordshire Pottery Theatrical Portrait Figure ~ "Jenny Lind as Marie"

Archive II A Victorian Staffordshire earthenware figure of operatic performer Jenny Lind wearing an orange jacket, green skirt, and pink hat on a white base inscribed M. Lind. View II
Archive III A Victorian Staffordshire earthenware figure of operatic performer Jenny Lind wearing an orange jacket, green skirt, and pink hat on a white base inscribed M. Lind. View III
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Archive V A Victorian Staffordshire earthenware figure of operatic performer Jenny Lind wearing an orange jacket, green skirt, and pink hat on a white base inscribed M. Lind. View V
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A Victorian Staffordshire earthenware figure of operatic performer Jenny Lind wearing an orange jacket, green skirt, and pink hat on a white base inscribed M. Lind.
Antique English Victorian Staffordshire Pottery Theatrical Portrait Figure ~ "Jenny Lind as Marie"
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A Victorian Staffordshire earthenware figure of operatic performer Jenny Lind wearing an orange jacket, green skirt, and pink hat on a white base inscribed M. Lind.
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Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Staffordshire theatrical portrait figures are earthenware statuettes produced in Staffordshire, England, primarily during the 19th century. They depict popular actors, opera singers, and stage performers of the era in costume, created to satisfy public demand for celebrity memorabilia.

These figures were typically made from lead-glazed earthenware using multi-part plaster moulds. After the initial biscuit firing, workers decorated the figures by hand using overglaze enamel paints and gilding before a final firing.

Authentic 19th-century Staffordshire figures usually feature a hollow interior, an unglazed bottom or small release hole, glaze crazing, and gentle wear to the overglaze enamels. Most original figures were unstamped or unmarked by manufacturers.

Style Staffordshire figures as accent pieces on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or side table. Grouping them with books, framed art, or other ceramics adds depth and historical interest to modern shelving arrangements.

Dust ceramic figures regularly with a soft, dry brush. Avoid immersing the figure in water or using harsh chemical cleaners, as water can enter internal cavities and moisture or friction can rub off delicate overglaze enamels and gilding.
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