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19th-C. “Clean Water” Staffordshire Figure
19th-C. “Clean Water” Staffordshire Figure
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An exceptionally rare Staffordshire figure commemorating one of the most pivotal public health reforms of 19th-century England. This figural group—with two children and a water pitcher—celebrates the arrival of clean water following the Public Health Act of 1848, passed after the notorious “Great Stink” of London.
This particular model is so rare it's among the handful selected as examples on Wikipedia’s Staffordshire information page. Crafted circa 1850s by one of Staffordshire’s cottage potteries, it's unsigned, as is typical for early figures of this period. A true conversation piece for collectors of historical ceramics, social reform memorabilia, or unique folk art.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Era: Antique; 19th century
Condition: Very Good; glaze flakes and flaws, wear to paint, crazing
Country of Origin: England
Materials: ceramic
Dimensions: 4.75" L x 2" W x 6.25" H
Color/Finish: multi
Care: hand-wash
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