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Antique Victorian Staffordshire Flatback Figure
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Antique Victorian Staffordshire Flatback Figure

19th century
Description

Antique Victorian Staffordshire flatback figure of a harvester sleeping between the hay beneath a spill jar.

In lovely condition, no chips, cracks or repairs

Dimensions:

Height 15 cm (5.90 in)

Width 13 cm (5.12 in)

Depth 7 cm (2.75 in)

Dated 1860

Physical Dimensions
Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Staffordshire Flatback Spill Vase to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1133859
Dealers Internal Reference
2663
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Description
Antique Victorian Staffordshire flatback figure of a harvester sleeping between the hay beneath a spill jar.

In lovely condition, no chips, cracks or repairs

Dimensions:

Height 15 cm (5.90 in)

Width 13 cm (5.12 in)

Depth 7 cm (2.75 in)

Dated 1860

Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Staffordshire Flatback Spill Vase to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1133859
Dealers Internal Ref
2663
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I An antique Victorian Staffordshire earthenware flatback spill vase depicting a figure resting against sheaves of wheat beside a tree trunk vessel.

Antique Victorian Staffordshire Flatback Figure

Archive II An antique Victorian Staffordshire earthenware flatback spill vase depicting a figure resting against sheaves of wheat beside a tree trunk vessel. View II
Archive III An antique Victorian Staffordshire earthenware flatback spill vase depicting a figure resting against sheaves of wheat beside a tree trunk vessel. View III
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An antique Victorian Staffordshire earthenware flatback spill vase depicting a figure resting against sheaves of wheat beside a tree trunk vessel.
Antique Victorian Staffordshire Flatback Figure
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An antique Victorian Staffordshire earthenware flatback spill vase depicting a figure resting against sheaves of wheat beside a tree trunk vessel.
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  • ObjectFigurines
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialEarthenware, Lead Glaze, Enamel Paint
  • ColourCream, Yellow, Cobalt Blue
  • MotifsTree trunk spill vase, Wheat sheaves, Flatback form, Polychrome enamelling
  • SizeH 15 cm (6 in) x W 13 cm (5 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

This antique Victorian Staffordshire flatback figure, dated 1860, is an earthenware earthenware piece finished with a lead glaze and polychrome enamel paint. The colourful figurine depicts a harvester sleeping between sheaves of yellow wheat beneath a tree trunk spill jar, wearing a cream hat, white shirt with a black bow, blue trousers, and black shoes. The flatback form is painted in cream, yellow, and cobalt blue with detailed facial features and hand-painted foliage. Measuring 15 cm high, 13 cm wide, and 7 cm deep, the object sits on a white oval base. Suitable for display on a mantelpiece, this traditional English Country House ornament functions as both a decorative figurine and a functional spill vase for holding tapers. The earthenware construction and glossy enamel finish provide a tactile surface that reflects light from any angle. It brings historical character to a shelf, cabinet, or side table in a living room, study, or hallway, blending easily with traditional or eclectic interior schemes.

FAQs

Staffordshire flatback figures are 19th-century British earthenware ornaments crafted with a plain, flattened rear side designed specifically to sit flush against a fireplace mantelpiece.

These figures were press-moulded from earthenware clay, glazed with clear lead glazes, and finished with overglaze painted polychrome enamels.

Authentic period pieces typically show press-moulding seams, fine glaze crazing, a flat unpainted back with a small air release hole, and light surface wear to the overglaze enamels.

Place the figure on a mantelpiece, open bookcase, or window sill alongside modern ceramic vessels or framed botanical prints to create visual contrast.

Dust gently with a soft dry brush, avoiding submersion in water or abrasive chemical cleaners that could damage overglaze enamel paint or seep into microscopic glaze cracks.
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