This is a collectable and decorative large antique Staffordshire figurine depicting the Scottish poet, Robert Burns.
It is one of a two white figurines both taken from the same mould in my online shop. The other one that I had in stock was more highly coloured and perhaps more decorative. That one has now sold.
This one is a nice large size. Height is 13 ¼ inches. It is in excellent antique condition and dates to the mid to late 19th century. Reference: Harding Book 1, Page 35, Fig 57
Here, we have a standing figure of the poet - his face and hands are the only coloured areas and painted with subtle flesh tones - his clothes are white with details picked out in gold. His hair and boots are a simple black colour.
Burns is shown in a romantic pose gazing in reverie and out into the distance. He holds a book of his poetry in his hand - and in the other a Scotch bonnet or Tam O'Shanter hat - a reference to one of his most famous poems.
He is in excellent condition with no damages. And looks good on display. There is a little area of discolouration to the area behind his bonnet on the reverse, as photographed. But this does not display. The previous owner has placed green felt on the base of the figure so that it does not scratch the furniture. This can be removed if you would like.
Postage will be with Royal Mail Medium Parcel Tracked postage and this will be applied to your order at the checkout.