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1930s English sculpture of a pair of glazed pottery baby owls

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This superb large pottery sculpture is hand modelled in clay fired in a kiln with a rich reddish glaze and shaded detailing. It depicts a pair of young owls sitting together waiting for a parent to return to feed them. The sculpture is very well modelled with great detailing to the feathers and features. It is initialled S W 1934 on the underside and is presented on its original hand made ebonised base especially fitted to take the sculpture. It is a large and pleasing piece in good condition with no restoration. English, circa 1934 Sizes including the stand Height 20cm x width 39cm x depth 23cm Thank you for looking at this delightful pair of glazed pottery baby owls. Most likly made as a one-off design and would suit any position in the home. Please let us know if you need any further information and photographs.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.88 in (20 cm)Width: 15.36 in (39 cm)Depth: 8.67 in (22 cm)
  • Style:
    Arts and Crafts (In the Style Of)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1930
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Central England, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6434241712462

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