Staffordshire Shakespeare bust

Object Description

Staffordshire Pottery bust with a theatrical and literary theme which features the head and shoulders of Shakespeare, resting on a plinth base. Dull gilt embellishment. Decorated ‘in the round’ – decoration to front and reverse. Open bottomed.

Object Condition

Generally good. Slight rubbing to gilt. KILN EFFECTS: kiln detritus caught in the glaze to the top of his head. RESTORATION. Retouched flake to nose, moustache, chin and neck ties. Filled chip to base edge.

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