Staffordshire Pottery 'Death of Nelson' Figure

Victorian, circa 1860. 8.7ins high, 7.1ins wide, 3.1ins depth. Staffordshire Pottery figure with a military theme which features Nelson with two officers either side, stood on an oblong base.

The piece is titled, 'Death of Nelson' .

Multi-coloured with underglaze blue version. Dull gilt embellishment. Flatback, decorated mainly to the front.

Vent holes to the underside. Maker's marks painted to the underside.

Book reference ,'Victorian Staffordshire Figures 1835-1875' Book 1, by A.& N. Harding, page 94, figure 221.

Condition

CONDITION: Good. Small flake to the lower base edge.

A few paint losses to clothing and seat.

Some rubbing to gilt.

KILN EFFECTS: notable crazing.

RESTORATION. Old retouching to Nelson's trousers, all three's hair and shoes.

 

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