Antique Staffordshire Hen on Nest Late 1800's - Early 1900's

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Staffordshire markings or stamps were put on their pottery in the late 1800's and up to the early 1900's according … Read more Staffordshire markings or stamps were put on their pottery in the late 1800's and up to the early 1900's according to what I learned through research. This hen has "Old Staffordshireware" mark on the inside of the hen top and bottom of the base.

Measures 5.5" long
4" wide
5.75" in height
Weighs a little under a pound

Very good to excellent condition for a hen on nest approximately 120 - 140 years old.
No breaks
No cracks
No chips
Has a few pinpoint 'pits' and a few areas where glaze has worn down- mostly where the
lid sits on the lip of the base.

Overall, the colors have held up and are vibrant. See less