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Massive Mid 19thc Staffordshire Figure of the Lion Slayer
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Massive Mid 19thc Staffordshire Figure of the Lion Slayer

19th century
Sold 11 July 2025 · Mike Melody Antiques
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A massive 19th c staffordshire figure of the lion slayer. It measures 47cms high 21cms wide and dates from around 1850.

It depicts roualeyn george gordon cummings in highland dress holding the paw of a lion.

In good condition ,no restoration ,3 light hair line cracks see pics.

Illustrated in p g pugh "staffordshire portrait figures" p516 fig

It states made by sampson-smith

A very rare figure in this size.

UK postage £10

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Established in1977

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Mike Melody Antiques has dated this Staffordshire Lion Slayer Figure to the 19th Century.

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A massive 19th c staffordshire figure of the lion slayer. It measures 47cms high 21cms wide and dates from around 1850.

It depicts roualeyn george gordon cummings in highland dress holding the paw of a lion.

fig 1. A large hand-painted Staffordshire ceramic figure depicting a kilted man standing beside a lion, with the title inscribed on the base.
fig 1. Massive Mid 19thc Staffordshire Figure of the Lion Slayer

In good condition ,no restoration ,3 light hair line cracks see pics.

Illustrated in p g pugh "staffordshire portrait figures" p516 fig

It states made by sampson-smith

A very rare figure in this size.

UK postage £10

All forms of payment including ccs

Established in1977

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Mike Melody Antiques has dated this Staffordshire Lion Slayer Figure to the 19th Century.

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Mike Melody Antiques
Mike Melody Antiques
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Combined 85 years of buying and selling quality antiques and still loving it.

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Archive I A large hand-painted Staffordshire ceramic figure depicting a kilted man standing beside a lion, with the title inscribed on the base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Massive Mid 19thc Staffordshire Figure of the Lion Slayer

Archive II A large hand-painted Staffordshire ceramic figure depicting a kilted man standing beside a lion, with the title inscribed on the base. View II
Archive III A large hand-painted Staffordshire ceramic figure depicting a kilted man standing beside a lion, with the title inscribed on the base. View III
Archive IV A large hand-painted Staffordshire ceramic figure depicting a kilted man standing beside a lion, with the title inscribed on the base. View IV
Archive V A large hand-painted Staffordshire ceramic figure depicting a kilted man standing beside a lion, with the title inscribed on the base. View V
Archive VI A large hand-painted Staffordshire ceramic figure depicting a kilted man standing beside a lion, with the title inscribed on the base. View VI
Archive VII A large hand-painted Staffordshire ceramic figure depicting a kilted man standing beside a lion, with the title inscribed on the base. View VII
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Mike Melody Antiques

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A large hand-painted Staffordshire ceramic figure depicting a kilted man standing beside a lion, with the title inscribed on the base.
MASSIVE MID 19THC STAFFORDSHIRE FIGURE OF THE LION SLAYER
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A large hand-painted Staffordshire ceramic figure depicting a kilted man standing beside a lion, with the title inscribed on the base.
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  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialEarthenware, ceramic
  • ColourMulticoloured
  • MotifsHand-painted underglaze, Moulded earthenware body, Inscribed base lettering, Figural narrative scene

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Staffordshire pottery figures are earthenware ceramic sculptures produced in the Staffordshire potteries in England, particularly during the 19th century, often depicting historical events, literary figures, or animals for display on mantelpieces.

These figures were typically made from earthenware clay, cast in moulds, hand-painted with ceramic colours under or over the glaze, and fired in pottery kilns.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit crazing in the glaze, air vent holes on the underside, hand-painted detailing with characteristic pallet hues, and weight consistent with porous earthenware from the 19th century.

They can be displayed on open shelving, mantelpieces, or enclosed glass cabinets to add historical character, colour, and a collected aesthetic to contemporary spaces.

Keep ceramic pieces out of direct sunlight, dust gently with a soft dry cloth, and avoid using chemical cleaning agents or submerging them in water to protect the historic glaze and paintwork.
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