£4400
Dated: 1750 Staffordshire England
Staffordshire pottery saltglaze figure of a bear in the form of a jug and cover, the beasts head is detachable and could be used asa cup. This stunning naive piece was made in the mid 18th century and makes a bold statement. The eyes,paws, teeth and tongue are decorated in a brown slip which add to the stylized representation. The figure can be displayed sitting on haunches or in a seated upright the movaeble head also enables variances of stance.
Dimensions: 9.5 inches high
Current Condition: Some good professional restoration at collar and legs
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Staffordshire pottery saltglaze figure of a bear in the form of a jug and cover, the beasts head is detachable and could be used asa cup.
This stunning naive piece was made in the mid 18th century and makes a bold statement.
The eyes,paws, teeth and tongue are decorated in a brown slip which add to the stylized representation.
The figure can be displayed sitting on haunches or in a seated upright the movaeble head also enables variances of stance.
| Dimensions | 9.5 in |
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