Pair of Antique Terracotta Figures by John Matthews. A pair of Terracotta models of Bacchantes sculpted by John Matthews. Both statues are situated on integral circular socles impressed with the maker’s mark: JOHN MATTHEWS ROYAL POTTERY WESTON SUPER MARE. An example of the female statue, also known as The huntress can be found in the collection of North Somerset Council. They are dated between 1871 – 1888.
Additional Dimensions
Male
Height 146 cm
Width 52 cm
Depth 45 cm
Good structural condition. The female statue has had some historic repairs to her raised arm. The male has historic repairs around the ankles and the base of the tree stump.
By appointment only.
Directions
From the M50 / Ross-on-Wye
At the end of the M50 take the A40 towards Ross-on-Wye and Monmouth. Take the A49 Hereford Road (third roundabout after leaving the M50) Ignore the first two signposts for Wormelow, Stay on the A49 for approximately nine miles take the next left turn after passing the Pilgrim Hotel, singed A466 Wormelow. Follow the road for approximately 400 meters. We are located on the right hand side, the site is called; Grove Farm / The Grove.
From A49 Hereford
Follow the A49 south from Hereford for approximately five miles. After the uphill section at the Callow there is a layby on your right followed by one on your left. Take the next right turn onto the A466 singed Wormelow / Monmouth, Follow the road for approximately 400 meters. We are located on the right hand side on Grove Farm / The Grove.
UK Heritage
Grove Barn
Wormelow
Herefordshire
HR2 8EG
United Kingdom
