Staffordshire Pearlware 'Falstaff' figure

pre-Victorian, circa 1820. 8.3ins high, 3.1ins wide, 3.1ins depth. Staffordshire pearlware figure with a theatrical and literary theme which features Falstaff, stood on a marbleised base. Decorated 'in the round' - decoration to front and reverse.





Vent hole to the underside.



Book reference,'Victorian Staffordshire Figures 1835-1875' Book 1, by A.& N. Harding, page 291, figure 1062.

Condition

Generally good.

Chips to base edge.



Some flakes to base





and edge of jacket.



KILN EFFECTS: a few specks of kiln detritus caught in the glaze to his face.



RESTORATION: Remodelled sword handle





and replacement sword.





Filled chips to shield.



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