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Derby Model of a Woodpecker
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This item is no longer available
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Dates
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Circa 1760
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Medium
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Porcelain
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Origin
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England
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Description
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An extremely rare Derby model of a female Woodpecker, the bright red crown is recognised as a European green woodpecker. Perched upon a flowering tree stump and facing to the right, beautifully modelled with colourful enamels.
The female bird displays several characteristics which distinguish her from the male.
13cm High
Patch marks.
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Literature
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Victoria and Albert Museum, South Kensington, London - for a pair from the Schreiber Collection.
Illustrated: Fascination of Fragility - Masterpieces of European Porcelain - E A Seamann
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