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A Pair of Stoneware Statues of Commerce and Knowledge

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A fine and rare pair of stoneware figures representing Commerce and Knowledge, possibly produced by Doulton & Co. of Lambeth, England, the figure of Knowledge depicted as a youth, classically robed and seated on a tree trunk, with open book in proper left hand and stylus in proper right hand, the figure of Commerce depicted as a youthful Hermes, the Greek god of trade, commerce and communications, partially draped, wearing a winged helmet and holding a caduceus, standing alongside a barrel topped with a book and a money pouch, English, ca. 1870. Each figure 47 ins. high. Knowledge 20 ins. wide, 16 ins. deep. Commerce 20 ins. wide, 16 ins. deep. On associated composition stone square pedestals 21.5 ins. high, 15 ins. square at top, 14 ins. square at base.
  • Similar to:
    Doulton Lambeth (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 47 in (119.38 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)Depth: 16 in (40.64 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Stoneware,Fired
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1870
  • Condition:
    Replacements made: Replacement of the proper right hand and stylus on the figure of Knowledge. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Katonah, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 064931stDibs: LU864436666932
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