Pair of Prattware pottery Loyal Volunteer military figures late 18thc. England

£785

Dated: 1790 to 1800 English

The pair of Prattware pottery military "Loyal Volunteers " figures are a rare small version made at the end of the 18th century in England. One figure represents a Foot Volunteer holding a musket, the other a Horse Volunteer with a cutlass. NOTE. Militias were formed following the Act of 1757 and contributed to the realm's military strength until the late 18th century period.

Dimensions: 7.25 inches high

Current Condition: Fine,clean unrestored condition

Literature: Prattware by John and Grisedla Lewis and The Willet Collection both illusrate the larger versions

£785    $1059

Description

The pair of Prattware pottery military “Loyal Volunteers ” figures are a rare small version made at the end of the 18th century in England. One figure represents a Foot Volunteer holding a musket, the other a Horse Volunteer with a cutlass.
NOTE. Militias were formed following the Act of 1757 and contributed to the realm’s military strength until the late 18th century period.

Additional information

Dimensions 7.25 in