Staffordshire Watch Holder Figure: Shepherd Couple with Spaniel & Lamb

Pottery : Antique : Staffordshire

 

Staffordshire watch holder figure of a young shepherd couple gathered for a group sitting around a trellis flourishing with ripe grapes on the vine. Standing to one side is a shepherd lad, with what appears to be an oboe or other long, reeded instrument in hand. Sitting opposite him is a shepherdess holding a young white lamb, while in front and between the two is a spotted spaniel to complete the gathering.

Watch holder stands 12” high, with a width of approx. 7”. Circa 1860-80. Prepacked weight: just under 3 lbs.

The back of the watch holder is missing, and there is some minor flaking to the hand-painted decoration, with glaze nicks to the top edges. Finally, there is a small chip to the front of his hat and a well-disguised chip on the front base (that blends in with naturally rough look of the “ground” on which they stand). All in all, still a fabulous piece!

Item ID: C03037