Derby figure , a ‘Garland Shepherd’ dandy in white, circa 1775

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Derby figure of gent in a white & gilt costume, on the Derby catalogue list as ‘Garland Shepherd’,  standing by a tree trunk, a letter in one hand, a bag to his side & a dog at his feet, on a low mound base with rococo scroll moulding.

Unmarked, patchmarks,

Figure no. 56,

circa 1775

 

 

This curious gent is the male half of the Derby figure list no. 56, ‘Garland Shepherds’ , see Bradshaw ‘Derby Porcelain Figures’ p212 for the discussion.

Condition

neck restored, hat chips restored, letter restored, losses to trunk

Size

14cm high

References

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