Staffordshire tiger figure

Victorian, circa 1860. 6.1ins high, 5.6ins wide, 2.5ins depth.

Staffordshire figure which features a tiger, stood on a shaped base. Decorated mainly to the front. Vent hole to the underside.

Book reference,'Victorian Staffordshire Figures 1835-1875' Book 2, by A.& N. Harding, page 265, figure 3104 and 3105.

Condition

CONDITION: Good. Chip with associated bruise to underside and side of base.

Tiny chip to shredded clay.

Small abrasion to his nose.

KILN EFFECTS: notable crazing.

RESTORATION: Retouched craze line to tiger's back.

Remodelled left front leg.

Retouched paint losses to the black enamel.