William Shakespeare (1564-1616) (after Scheemakers)
Derby
Category
Ceramics
Date
1820
Materials
Bone china
Measurements
165 mm (Height)
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Hanbury Hall, Worcestershire
NT 413395.1
Summary
Figure of Shakespeare after Peter Scheemaker's statue in Westminster Abbey, with turquoise-lined cloak, the rest of the clothes with gilded patterns, one of a pair of figures of Shakespeare and Milton, bone china, enamelled and gilt. Shakespeare marked No 305, with crossed swords marks in underglaze blue. Derby, about 1820. Pair to HAN.C.62b
Marks and inscriptions
305 (and crossed swords in underglaze blue)
Makers and roles
Derby, manufacturer