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A Derby soft paste porcelain figure, 'Quinn As Sir John…
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Auction Location:
Melbourne
Date:
30-Jul-2017
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Description:
A Derby soft paste porcelain figure, 'Quinn As Sir John Falstaff', circa 1780, model 291, a reissue of model 231, a corpulent figure with a generous face in a plumed hat, pink sleeveless jacket, floral waistcoat and lemon breeches, holding his sword and shield, raised on a rococo flower encrusted base; incised model underside; cited P. Bradshaw, 'Derby Porcelain Figures 1750-1848', p.339, height 23.5 cm
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Category:
Ceramics: Derby (but not Royal Crown Derby)