Large Staffordshire Figurine Cow and Milkmaid 1800's

Pottery : Antique

 

This is a very large and very old 1800's Staffordshire Figurine of a Cow and Milkmaid. This piece measures 10" tall and is on a 8 3/4" base. The large white and russet cow stands on an oval naturalistic grass and stream base. The legs are molded free. The milkmaid has one arm on the cow and the other arm holds a milk bucket. She wears a white hat, cobalt blue blouse, a light pink skirt, and orange shoes. Notice the pretty floral pattern on her under skirt. She is in very good condition, but the cow has some problems. One ear is chipped off at the end and the back right leg has been repaired. There is also a hair line crack on top of the cows head. The bottom of the base has a large age crack. There is discoloring on the right side of the milkmaid and cow. Vent hole is located in center backside.

Item ID: 1179#7271