Staffordshire pottery pearlware box in the form of a chest of drawers with lion finial on cover, early 19th century period.

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£2250

Dated: 1820 Staffordshire English

A rare Staffordshire pottery box in the form of a bow fronted chest of drawers.The cover of the box sports a finial figure of a standing Lion. The Lion is a charming and pleasing feature. The strong modelling with enamel colours and interesting form renders this item a very decorative example.

Dimensions: 6.5 inches high, 5.25 inches wide

Current Condition: Minor professional restoration at tail.

Literature: Myrna Schkolne page 173 Volume 3 figure reference 126.141 "Staffordshire Figures 1780-1840". This definitive reference work forms part of a four volume set.Published by Schiffer and is available on Amazon.com

£2250    $3037

Description

A rare Staffordshire pottery box in the form of a bow fronted chest of drawers.The cover of the box sports a finial figure of a standing Lion. The Lion is a charming and pleasing feature.
The strong modelling with enamel colours and interesting form renders this item a very decorative example.

Additional information

Dimensions 5.25 × 6.5 in