Antique English pearlware bocage figure Persuasion Staffordshire Pottery early 19th century period

Reference: 1678

Dated: c. 1815 Staffordshire England

Antique English bocage figure known as "Persuasion", Staffordshire Pottery early 19th century period. The figure is well modelled and expertly potted with attention to detail and well applied enamel colours.The dog is watching for the girls decision with an expectancy and slightly longing gaze. An appealing subject with strong decorative substance.
A similar figure is located in the Fitzwilliam Museum Cambridge England.

Dimensions: 8.50 inch high

Medium: Staffordshire pearlware pottery bocage figure ceramic earthenware

Current Condition Some good restoration.

Literature: Myrna Schkolne, People,Passions,Pastimes and Pleasures, Staffordshire Pottery figures circa 1810-35. Ref Page 64 in the Chapter relating to pearlware figures of courtship.

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