Very rare pearlware pottery bust of King George 111 attrib. to Enoch Wood and Co

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£14500

Dated: 1790 Staffordshire

A pearlware pottery bust of King George 111 attributed to Enoch Wood and Co, Staffordshire late 18th century. The bust is of exceptional quality and is a most life-like rendition in ceramic. This piece is very rare and is thought that only one other example is recorded and this is located in the Victoria and Albert Museum London. The bust was probably made at the end of the King's illness. Despite his illness, George III was a dedicated and diligent king and won the respect of his politicians. In fact, when his illness drove him off the political scene, they realised how much they needed his calming effect on their squabbles.

Dimensions: 12.25 inches high

Current Condition: Fine unrestored condition

Provenance: With Jonathan Horne exhibition 2003 and then from a private collection in the USA.

Literature: Volume 4, Staffordshire Figures 1780-1840 page 239 Figure ref. 200.75 author Myrna Schkolne and published by Schiffer.

£14500    $16675

Description

A pearlware pottery bust of King George 111 attributed to Enoch Wood and Co, Staffordshire late 18th century. The bust is of exceptional quality and is a most life-like rendition in ceramic. This piece is very rare and is thought that only one other example is recorded and this is located in the Victoria and Albert Museum London. The bust was probably made at the end of the King’s illness. Despite his illness, George III was a dedicated and diligent king and won the respect of his politicians. In fact, when his illness drove him off the political scene, they realised how much they needed his calming effect on their squabbles.

Additional information

Dimensions 12.25 in