English Limestone Statue of St. Joseph

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...

A rare stoneware figure of Erin, the female personification of Ireland, the partially-draped figure playing a small harp and standing alongside a tree trunk encircled with roses and ...

A fine and rare terra-cotta figure of Flora in contrapposto pose, classically robed with hair swept up and in curls, with a floral wreath in the figure’s proper right hand, and a nos...

A pair of composition stone birds on pedestals, the birds resembling eagles but with exaggerated, stylized features, including wavy oversized crest feathers, the birds upright lookin...

Dating from the mid 19th century, this original pair of natural limestone winged lion statues are a rare find. Having stood the test of time for more than 170 years, each lion is beautifully weathered yet retains its core features, telling the story of a prestigious Victorian era garden. Each winged lion statue sits in a seated position, resembling a creature of folklore with its clawed feet, luscious mane and prominent winged back. Perfect for use as garden statuary in a period garden or as gate...

After the antique, a finely modelled and weathered limestone garden ornament. This classical sculpture is generally thought to be based on the story of the slaying of the Calydoni...

This hand carved limestone statute origins from Italy, circa 1880.  

An antique carved limestone statue of a boy playing pipes. This statue was reclaimed from a garden near Tetbury. This interesting chap is made from hand carved limestone, accompanied...