Antique Staffordshire decor Figurines Seated Couple classic Pair 906g see pics

Condition: Used

Condition Notes: Used, acceptable condition with visible wear:The woman’s teapot is chipped and the cup handle is missingSmall chip on her headscarf and paint loss on her shawlThe man has a crack near his neck, facial paint wear, and minor base edge chipsCrazing and discoloration consistent with ageNo visible maker’s mark (typical for earlier Staffordshire pieces)

Brand: Staffordshire

Origin: Staffordshire

Type: Figurine

Material: Porcelain

Production Technique: Pottery

Subject: Couple

Colour: Multicoloured

Country of Origin: United Kingdom

This item is a pair of authentic antique Staffordshire figurines, featuring a seated rural couple—he is working with tools, while she holds a teapot and cup. Dressed in charming 19thcentury attire with handpainted details, these figurines embody the traditional pastoral life often celebrated in Staffordshire pottery of the Victorian era.

Measuring approximately 6.5 inches in height, and together weighing 906 grams, this pair is crafted from glazed porcelain and handpainted in earthy reds, blacks, whites, and floral pastels. These figures sit on square bases with grassy and floral motifs and represent typical English domestic scenes of the mid to late 1800s.

Product Details:

• Brand: Staffordshire

• Type: Antique Figurine Pair

• Subjects: Seated Man (Cobbler) & Woman with Teapot

• Height: 6.5 inches (16.5 cm)

• Weight (Pair): 906 grams

• Base Style: Square with floral grassy motifs

• Material: Glazed HandPainted Porcelain

• Era: MidtoLate 19th Century (Victorian)

• Color Palette: Earth tones, pastels, and gold trim

• Region of Origin: Staffordshire, England

Condition:

Used, acceptable condition with visible wear:

• The woman’s teapot is chipped and the cup handle is missing

• Small chip on her headscarf and paint loss on her shawl

• The man has a crack near his neck, facial paint wear, and minor base edge chips

• Crazing and discoloration consistent with age

• No visible maker’s mark (typical for earlier Staffordshire pieces)

• No box included

Despite the imperfections, this pair displays well and maintains strong antique appeal and authenticity.

About Staffordshire Figurines:

Staffordshire pottery has been produced in England since the 17th century, but it was during the 19th century—especially the Victorian era—that figurines became highly popular. Known for their folkart charm, Staffordshire figures depicted everyday people, royalty, animals, and domestic life. These pieces were widely collected and displayed on mantels and shelves in English homes, prized for their affordability, whimsy, and individuality.

Each piece was often handpainted, leading to charming variations that make each figure oneofakind. This seated couple set captures the essence of that legacy.