Description
Antique period Staffordshire ceramic figure by John and Rebecca Lloyd of Shelton Staffordshire of the Lion and Lamb. The character is exceptionally appealing with very distinctive modeling, especially the manes, often described as “judges wig.” The piece inspired by the lion tamer Van Ambrugh who trained a lion to lie with the lamb as described in biblical texts. Princess Victoria (later Queen) was so enthralled with the act that she attended the Drury Lane performance on two occasions in 1836. The figure has great charm and quality, a feature of John and Rebecca’s work. The best gold decoration on the base is an elegant feature.