Staffordshire Pottery George Washington Figure

Victorian, circa 1860. 15.4ins high, 6.7ins wide, 4.7ins depth.

Staffordshire Pottery figure with a political theme which features a gentleman, who bears a striking resemblance

to Benjamin Franklin, stood on a circular base.

The piece is titled,

''Gl Washington'' .

Dull gilt titles and embellishment. 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 137, figure 342.

Condition

CONDITION: Very good. No restoration.

Small flake to scroll.

Slight rubbing to gilt.