Fruit Vendor

 

Stock No: HC0132

 

Height: 11 Inches / 28 cm

 

Reference: Myrna Schkolne Holding the Past (The William Herbert & Nancy Hunt Collection), Page 154, Fig 132

 

Price: $2500.00*

 

An exceptional quality c1810 Staffordshire pottery lead-glazed figure of a standing well dressed lady holding a basket of flowers or fruit, possibly portraying a gardener or fruit vendor.  This large example is wonderfully decorated in overglaze enamel colours, the detailed flower decoration the her dress is sumptuous. A remarkable rendition that captures the essence of the subject perfectly.

 

Current Condition: Professional repair at neck.

 

Provenance: Retains the label of the Herbert and Nancy Hunt Collection

* No import duty for US customers