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Rare Pair Staffordshire Lion and Lioness Figures

Creator: Staffordshire
Offered by: Madelena Antiques

Description
Pair of Staffordshire Pottery porcellaneous figures which feature a lion and a lioness with her cub, recumbent on a shaped base. Green ground. Dull gilt embellishment. Decorated 'in the round' - decoration to front and reverse. Vent hole to underside of one.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Condition:	Good. Generally good. Lioness: Kiln effects: shrinkage line to underside. RESTORATION: Stabilised and retouched hairline to front left leg. Retouching to both ears. Lion: Kiln effects: shrinkage line across mane. RESTORATION: repair to one end of the base.
Creation Date:	1860
Styles / Movements:	Staffordshire, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	23349
Incollect Reference #:	853995

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Madelena Antiques, founded in 1997 and based in Essex, UK, specializes in fine antiques, including René Lalique, Minton, Staffordshire, and Palissy Ware, offering pieces to collectors worldwide. With a passion for quality and craftsmanship, we buy and sell exceptional antiques that celebrate history and artistry. | sales@madelena.com | 888.203.5701 |