Fine Porcelain and Pottery - 23rd February 2016

Lot 82

Two Copeland Parian figures of Classical maidens 2nd half 19th century

Estimate £150 - £250 | Hammer £280

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Description

Two Copeland Parian figures of Classical maidens 2nd half 19th century, one of Musidora modelled by W Theed, clutching a robe to preserve her modesty and standing before bulrushes, the other of a young flower girl holding a posy in her left hand, modelled by A Chesneau, various impressed marks including those for the Art Union, minor faults, 43.2cm max. (2)

Provenance: the Raymond Sims Collection.