English & European Ceramics & Glass - 8th October 2013

Lot 256

A Continental faïence candlestick 19th century

Estimate £80 - £120

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Description

A Continental faïence candlestick 19th century, modelled as a seated male figure with knees tucked tightly behind his bearded chin, the sconce issuing from his hat, 14.3cm.

Provenance: paper label for the Worcester Royal Porcelain Works Museum. Binns purchased many items at exhibitions in Europe during the 1870s as inspiration for his designers back home.