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Pair Staffordshire 'Simpson & Brown' Generals on Horseback

Creator: Staffordshire
Offered by: Madelena Antiques

Description
Pair of Staffordshire figures with a military theme which feature two generals each holding a flag, seated on horseback. The pieces are titled, ''G. BROWN' and 'GNL SIMPSON'' to the fronts. Dull gilt titles and embellishment. These represent Sir James Simpson (1792-1868) served with the Grenadier Guards during the Peninsular War of 1812-1813. Sir Brown George (1790-1865) served in Peninsular War of 1851 and was awarded a knighthood. Book reference ,'Victorian Staffordshire Figures 1835-1875' Book 1, by A.& N. Harding, page 131, figure 329.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Condition:	Good. Brown: Good. Two chips to lower base edge, at the back. KILN EFFECTS: notable crazing and some craze lines. RESTORATION. Retouched paint loss to his hat, hair and shoe. Simpson: Good. A few minor paint losses. KILN EFFECTS: firing crack to the horse
Creation Date:	1860
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Victorian
Dealer Reference #:	19928-2
Incollect Reference #:	581674

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