Figure
ca. 1800 (made)
Place of origin |
Figure of faith, earthenware (pearlware body) painted in colours. faith weras a flowered robe, a long purple veil and sandals, and is reading an open book. She stands on a square base inscribed 'Faith' in black lettering in an oblong white band and by her right leg is a shield inscribed 'Shield of Faith'.
Object details
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Materials and techniques | earthenware, moulded and painted |
Brief description | Figure of Faith, earthenware, probably made in Staffordshire, ca. 1800 |
Physical description | Figure of faith, earthenware (pearlware body) painted in colours. faith weras a flowered robe, a long purple veil and sandals, and is reading an open book. She stands on a square base inscribed 'Faith' in black lettering in an oblong white band and by her right leg is a shield inscribed 'Shield of Faith'. |
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Production type | Mass produced |
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Credit line | Given by Mrs Kate Bentley |
Object history | Given by Mrs Kate Bentley |
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Accession number | C.211-1918 |
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Record created | April 14, 2009 |
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