Staffordshire pottery bust of Neptune impressed Ra Wood Burslem 18th century England

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£2250

Dated: 1785 Burslem Staffordshire England

This is a fine and imposing bust of the Greek god of the sea NEPTUNE, the work of the famous Staffordshire pottery of Ralph Wood, which was known for its impressive sculptural qualities and exceptional workmanship; this rare piece perfectly illustrates the artist Potter's skill and is impressed with Neptune and Ra Wood on the reverse.  

Dimensions: 12 inches high

Current Condition: minor rubbing to glaze re-touched

£2250    $2587

Description

This is a fine and imposing bust of the Greek god of the sea NEPTUNE, the work of the famous Staffordshire pottery of Ralph Wood, which was known for its impressive sculptural qualities and exceptional workmanship; this rare piece perfectly illustrates the artist Potter’s skill and is impressed with Neptune and Ra Wood on the reverse.

 

Additional information

Dimensions 12 in