Staffordshire Pottery pearlware figure of St George and the Dragon circa 1820 England

Ref: 5312 Category:

£1750

Dated: 1820 Staffordshire England

This prominent and striking figure shows St George on Horseback, spear in hand, slaying the dragon. The figure is well colored with colorful quality enamels and modeling. The depiction of the dragon's tail is very impressive, swirling around to the underside of the galloping horse. This piece is one of the rarer versions of this popular model of the patron saint of England.

Dimensions: 12 inches high

Current Condition: Spear replaced, horse's tail restored.

Literature: cf. Staffordshire Figures Volume 2 chapter 62

£1750    $2012

Description

This prominent and striking figure shows St George on Horseback, spear in hand, slaying the dragon. The figure is well colored with colorful quality enamels and modeling. The depiction of the dragon’s tail is very impressive, swirling around to the underside of the galloping horse. This piece is one of the rarer versions of this popular model of the patron saint of England.

Additional information

Dimensions 12 in