An Alcock Parian figure of the Duke of Wellington

A Samuel Alcock Parian figure of the seated Duke of Wellington, modelled by Crowquill after the sculpture by Abbott and dated 1852.

The figure shows the Duke with clasped hands and crossed legs in contemplative mood. This figure was manufactured when the Duke of Wellington, hero of Waterloo and former Prime Minister, died. The Alcock mark, including the sculptor’s name, is stamped underneath the piece (see photo).

This figure is illustrated in The Illustrated Guide to Victorian Parian China by Charles and Dorrie Shinn, plate 10.

Height 27 cm (10½“).

Condition: Excellent.  There are some firing faults to the underside.