Staffordshire Leopard spill vase

Victorian, circa 1860. 6.3ins high, 4.5ins wide, 1.8ins depth. Staffordshire figure which features a leopard, stood on a shaped base.

Multi-coloured version. Dull gilt base line. Decorated mainly to the front.

Book reference,'Victorian Staffordshire Figures 1835-1875' Book 2, by A.& N. Harding, page 257, figure 3004.

Condition

CONDITION: Good.

Small chips to shredded clay.

A few paint losses to leopard's body,

markings,

one paw and muzzle.

Slight rubbing to gilt.

KILN EFFECTS: shrinkage line along the mold join to his head and side of neck.

RESTORATION: Filled chip to right ear.