Antique Staffordshire pottery pearlware figure of Paris,early 19th century English ceramic

Reference: 5656

Dated: c. 1800 to c. 1810 Staffordshire England.

A large and imposing pottery figure of "Paris" in pearlware standing on an elaborate rococo shaped base.. The figure is inspired by the classic story of the Judgement of Paris where he presents the apple to Venus after her victory over Juno and Minerva. The figure is Staffordshire in origin and is a rare piece from the early 19th century. The only other known example is located in the famous Earle Collection (ref 451).

Dimensions: 13.25 inch high

Medium: staffordshire enamel pottery pearlware ceramic earthenware

Current Condition Minor restoration at branch of tree trunk

Provenance: Private collection London

Literature: This figure is illustrated in Chapter 187 Volume 4 Staffordshire Figures 1780-1840 published by Schiffer.

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