A charming and well decorated pair of figures depicting two children - generally thought to be the Princess Royal and Prince of Wales - riding on goats.
These figures fall into the category of speculative royal identification. The Hardings note that at least five versions of these figures were produced, even years after the royal children were children. This particular pair appears in style and form to date to the correct period to judge them as contemporary, though an inevitable question mark must qualify the identification of 'royal'.
Both figures are in very good condition. Some of the shredded clay hair on the tail of the Princess’ goat is missing and there is a superficial hairline to that figure’s base. There is some flaking to the Prince’s face.
Reference: A. & N. Harding, VIctorian Staffordshire Figures 1835 - 1875: Book One, p. 188, figs 598 and 599
Height: 5.75”
Date: c. 1845
A charming and well decorated pair of figures depicting two children - generally thought to be the Princess Royal and Prince of Wales - riding on goats.
These figures fall into the category of speculative royal identification. The Hardings note that at least five versions of these figures were produced, even years after the royal children were children. This particular pair appears in style and form to date to the correct period to judge them as contemporary, though an inevitable question mark must qualify the identification of 'royal'.
Both figures are in very good condition. Some of the shredded clay hair on the tail of the Princess’ goat is missing and there is a superficial hairline to that figure’s base. There is some flaking to the Prince’s face.
Reference: A. & N. Harding, VIctorian Staffordshire Figures 1835 - 1875: Book One, p. 188, figs 598 and 599
Height: 5.75”
Date: c. 1845
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