15th Sep, 2021 10:00

The Autumn Auction

 
Lot 287
 

Two prattware figures, early 19th century

A pair of English prattware figures
early 19th century
modelled as a shepherdess petting a lamb and a boy with a dog, typically decorated in ochre and green tones on raised acanthus moulded plinth bases,
21cm high (2)

Sold for £300


Condition Report
Male figure - some flakes to the edges of the leaves on the base. A couple of very minor abrasions to the corners. Firing cracks visible to rear of figure along with some flaws to the ochre decoration. Some general staining and crazing, most noticeable to one leg.

Female figure - one flat chip to a leaf on the base. One small chip to the edge of the base and a further larger chip to the underside. Similar to the male figure, there are also some firing flaws to the ochre clothing.

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