Staffordshire Pearlware Neptune figure

Object Description

Staffordshire pearlware figure with a mythological theme which features Neptune, holding a trident (detachable) with a dolphin and seashells and seaweed applied to the base, stood on a rococo base. Multi-coloured version. Decorated ‘in the round’ – decoration to front and reverse. Open bottomed.

Object Literature

‘English Earthenware Figures 1740-1840’ by Pat Halfpenny, page 260.

Object Condition

Good. Any damage, wear, original manufacturing defects (kiln effects) or restoration that may be present, is minor and not detracting.

Object Details