Staffordshire Pottery Whimsical Cat, circa 1850

Rare 18th century Whieldon-type creamware pottery cow, circa 1765. The rare press-moulded cow stands on a flat slab base with lobed edges. The cow is s...

English pottery model of a lion, Whieldon-type creamware tortoise-shell glaze, circa 1765-1785 The English pottery model of a seated lion with a Whieldon-type creamware tortoise-she...

Massive Staffordshire Pearlware Pottery Figure of Venus, circa 1810 The extremely large figure depicts Venus, Aphrodite of the Classical Greek legend. This model is of great rarity. Venus, is superbly painted, depicted in purple robes with green edging as she rise from the foam of the sea The condition is excellent. Only one other example is known- see below. Dimensions: 24 1/4 inches high x 8 1/2 inches wide x 8 inches deep See: Myrna Schkolne, Staffordshire Figures 1780-1840, Family, Friendship, Play, & Classical Subjects, Vol 4, Page 186, Figure 194.37 from the Collection of Arnold and Barbara Berlin, although this example is plainly decorated with a white dress with scattered flowers and a Greek Key border to the plain base. History of Venus Venus is the Roman goddess of love, beauty, pleasure, and procreation. She is the equivalent of the Greek goddess Aphrodite. Venus was born from the foam of the sea after Uranus, the sky god, was castrated by his son Cronus. She was carried to the island of Cythera by seashells and then to Mount Olympus, where she became the wife of Vulcan, the god of fire. Venus in Art Venus has been a popular subject for artists since ancient times. She is often depicted as a beautiful woman, nude or partially clothed, and is often accompanied by symbols of love and beauty, such as doves, roses, and apples. Some of the most famous depictions of Venus include the Venus de Milo, a marble sculpture from the 2nd century BCE, and the Venus of Urbino...

Staffordshire Pottery Figure of Lincoln on Horseback Mid-19th Century The figure depicts President Abraham Lincoln sitting on horseback, his head turned towards the viewer, on an ov...

British pottery pearlware sponged spirit flasks modeled in form of boots, Scottish, circa 1840-1850. The pair of unusual flasks are sponged in mottled colors of blue, pink, and ...

British pottery pearlware sponged spirit flasks modeled in form of boots, Scottish, circa 1840-1850. Great fun & so decorative! The pair of unusual flasks are sponged in mottled ...

A fine antique English Staffordshire pottery figurine. Depicting a seated Spaniel. With confetti fur and painted black highlights. Simply a wonderful Staffordshire dog figurine...

19th century Staffordshire pottery penny bank from England in the form of a cottage with flocked details. The coin slot has a few nicks from age and use.

19th century large Staffordshire cottage with very interesting design. It has many levels and interesting architectural details, accented with h...

A stylish and unusual studio pottery model of a Courtroom scene by Chelsea Pottery, London and dating from the 20th century. The courtroom is modeled a...

Pair of Staffordshire Pottery figures which feature a cat on a cushion, recumbent on an oval base. Dull gilt base line and embellishment.

Abstract ceramic form with brown pottery glaze, circa 1970. Elegant colors. Realized in La Borne. Excellent original condition. Dimension: 16 x 14 x 5 cm.