Glass, European Ceramics, British Art Pottery and 20th century design - 30th November 2005

Lot 575

A rare pair of Royal Worcester figures of Chinese dancers

Estimate £1,800 - £2,200

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Description

A rare pair of Royal Worcester figures of Chinese dancers, by Gwendoline Parnell, each stands on one leg with her hands in a stylized pose, wearing black white and turquoise robes, black printed marks, with date codes for 1935, each with a wood plinth and with their original fitted case, 24cm. Cf. The Sandon Guide to Royal Worcester Figures 1900-1970, page 118, plate 36 and jacket cover for a similar pair.