£1275
Dated: 1820 Staffordshire English
Pearlware Staffordshire pottery figure group of a Baptism with enamel colours. The group of figures are modelled standing in front of a clock tower which has a steps leading to a table with ritual objects associated with Christenings. The group features some unusual figures such as a woman holding a baby under her cloak, a small child standing with a hat and a portly gentleman with the baby and pastor. The piece is a charming insight into the important event.
Dimensions: 5.75 inches high, 8 inches wide, 4 inches long
Current Condition: Two figures restored.
Literature: Myrna Schkolne Volume 4 "Staffordshire Figures" Chapter 142 a chapter dedicated to Christenings. Published by Schiffer.
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Pearlware Staffordshire pottery figure group of a Baptism with enamel colours.
The group of figures are modelled standing in front of a clock tower which has a steps leading to a table with ritual objects associated with Christenings.
The group features some unusual figures such as a woman holding a baby under her cloak, a small child standing with a hat and a portly gentleman with the baby and pastor.
The piece is a charming insight into the important event.
| Dimensions | 4 × 8 × 5.75 in |
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