Staffordshire Pottery figures of the apostles St Paul and St Peter, Attributed to Ralph Wood

Reference: 7553

Dated: c. 1795 Staffordshire England

A pair of imposing Staffordshire pottery figures of Saint Paul and Peter modeled standing on plinths named PETERUS AND PAULUS.
Peter and Paul are joint patrons of Rome and consequently are often paired together. The quality of enameling and detail of modeling are exceptional as is often the case with pieces with religious context. Attributed to the master potter Ralph Wood dating the late 18th century period.

Dimensions: 14.75 inch high

Medium: pottery ceramic pearlware enamels earthenware

Current Condition Restored Paul's staff, Peter's cross,hairline in arm and hand.

Literature: Chapters 104 and 105 ,Volume 2, Staffordshire Figures 1780-1840 by Myrna Schkolne, published by Schiffer.

Price: gbp 1800.00 (Pound Sterling)
USD 2363.4 (US Dollars)