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Large Antique Terracotta Figure of a Young Boy
John Howkins Antiques
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Large Antique Terracotta Figure of a Young Boy

1900 - 1920
Description

A superbly modelled figure of a young boy in decorated terracotta. In good original condition. Dimensions:- Height…23’’/ 58.5cm. Width…8.25’’/ 21cm. Depth…6.25’’/ 16cm. Delivery to most of U.K. £22.

Physical Dimensions
Height
58.5cm (23.03")
Width
21cm (8.27")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Declaration

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Antique Terracotta Boy Statue to the 1900s.

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SA895133
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24003
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Description
A superbly modelled figure of a young boy in decorated terracotta. In good original condition. Dimensions:- Height…23’’/ 58.5cm. Width…8.25’’/ 21cm. Depth…6.25’’/ 16cm. Delivery to most of U.K. £22.
Height
58.5cm (23.03")
Width
21cm (8.27")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Antique Terracotta Boy Statue to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA895133
Dealers Internal Ref
24003
John Howkins Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010
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A polychrome terracotta sculpture depicting a young rustic boy in patched trousers and a wide-brimmed hat standing barefoot on a textured base.
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Archive I A polychrome terracotta sculpture depicting a young rustic boy in patched trousers and a wide-brimmed hat standing barefoot on a textured base.

Large Antique Terracotta Figure of a Young Boy

Archive II A polychrome terracotta sculpture depicting a young rustic boy in patched trousers and a wide-brimmed hat standing barefoot on a textured base. View II
Archive III A polychrome terracotta sculpture depicting a young rustic boy in patched trousers and a wide-brimmed hat standing barefoot on a textured base. View III
Archive IV A polychrome terracotta sculpture depicting a young rustic boy in patched trousers and a wide-brimmed hat standing barefoot on a textured base. View IV
Archive V A polychrome terracotta sculpture depicting a young rustic boy in patched trousers and a wide-brimmed hat standing barefoot on a textured base. View V
Archive VI A polychrome terracotta sculpture depicting a young rustic boy in patched trousers and a wide-brimmed hat standing barefoot on a textured base. View VI
Archive VII A polychrome terracotta sculpture depicting a young rustic boy in patched trousers and a wide-brimmed hat standing barefoot on a textured base. View VII
Archive VIII A polychrome terracotta sculpture depicting a young rustic boy in patched trousers and a wide-brimmed hat standing barefoot on a textured base. View VIII
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John Howkins Antiques
Telephone 01508 498335 or 07770 311 611
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The Grange
Hempnall Green
Norfolk
NR15 2NR
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Sep 2010
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A polychrome terracotta sculpture depicting a young rustic boy in patched trousers and a wide-brimmed hat standing barefoot on a textured base.
Large Antique Terracotta Figure of a Young Boy
Ref: SA895133
A polychrome terracotta sculpture depicting a young rustic boy in patched trousers and a wide-brimmed hat standing barefoot on a textured base.
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Late 19th-century European terracotta genre sculptures typically feature realistic, anecdotal depictions of everyday figures, such as rural children or working-class individuals, designed to capture narrative detail and expressive characterisation.

These sculptures were cast or hand-modelled from fine clay, fired at low temperatures, and decorated with cold-painted pigments or glazes to achieve realistic skin tones, clothing, and naturalistic textures.

Authentic pieces often exhibit fine surface modelling, natural wear to the cold-painted surface, hollow interiors consistent with traditional casting methods, and sometimes impressed foundry marks or artist signatures near the base.

Position the sculpture as a focal point on a sideboard, fireplace alcove, or inside a curated bookshelf, balancing its warm earthy tones against neutral backdrops or natural timber surfaces.

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