Figure
ca. 1840-1850 (made)
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Figure of a sailor, lead-glazed earthenware. He is standing legs crossed, a wide-brimmed straw hat in his right hand, holding with his left a basket on his shoulder. He wears a blue jacket, green and red striped waistcoat and white trousers; behind him a black anchor and a brown and yellow rock. Oval base with gilt line.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Lead-glazed earthenware, painted in colours and gilt |
| Brief description | Figure of a sailor, lead-glazed earthenware, made in Staffordshire, ca. 1840-1850 |
| Physical description | Figure of a sailor, lead-glazed earthenware. He is standing legs crossed, a wide-brimmed straw hat in his right hand, holding with his left a basket on his shoulder. He wears a blue jacket, green and red striped waistcoat and white trousers; behind him a black anchor and a brown and yellow rock. Oval base with gilt line. |
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| Gallery label | Figure of a sailor
Made in Staffordshire, about 1840-50
Lead-glazed earthenware
C.420-1928 Given by Mr J.D. Kennedy through the National Art-Collections Fund(23/05/2008) |
| Credit line | Given by Mr J. D. Kennedy through Art Fund |
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| Accession number | C.420-1928 |
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| Record created | March 31, 2008 |
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