LARGE c1880 Victorian Staffordshire Spill Vase Robert Burns and His Mary

Condition: Used

Condition Notes: Acceptable vintage condition with visible wear:Paint loss to the hair and clothing detailsChips around the tree trunk rim and bonnetNoticeable crazing throughout, typical of ageMinor firing cracks and imperfections from original manufactureNo visible repairsThis piece has been well-loved and shows age-related wear, but remains structurally intact and full of character.

Country of Origin: United Kingdom

Occasion: All Occasions

Size: Large

Material: Porcelain

Year Manufactured: 1880

Colour: White

Brand: Staffordshire

Type: staffordshire

Number in Pack: 1

Item Height: 12 in

Packaging: Unboxed

Original/Reproduction: Original

Style: Victorian

Finish: Antique

Room: Any Room

Handmade: Yes

This item is a charming antique Staffordshire figurine titled "Burns and His Mary," depicting the beloved Scottish poet Robert Burns and his muse Mary. The couple is beautifully rendered in traditional attire, standing in front of a stylized tree and wheat sheaf, embodying the romantic and pastoral charm typical of 19thcentury Staffordshire pottery.

The handpainted details showcase vibrant colors and classic tartan patterns, highlighting traditional craftsmanship. Ideal for collectors of Victorian ceramics or fans of Robert Burns, this piece makes a striking decorative accent steeped in historical and cultural significance.

Product Details:

• Brand: Staffordshire (unmarked, typical style)

• Theme: Robert Burns and Mary

• Material: Earthenware

• Type: Mantel Figurine

• Height: Approximately 30 cm (12 inches)

• Era: Likely midtolate 19th century

Design Highlights:

• Features Robert Burns in full Highland dress with a tartan kilt and sash

• Mary wears a white dress with a floral apron and bonnet

• “Burns and His Mary” inscribed at the base

• Classic tree trunk support with sheaf of wheat motif

Condition:
Acceptable vintage condition with visible wear:

• Paint loss to the hair and clothing details

• Chips around the tree trunk rim and bonnet

• Noticeable crazing throughout, typical of age

• Minor firing cracks and imperfections from original manufacture

• No visible repairs

This piece has been wellloved and shows agerelated wear, but remains structurally intact and full of character.

About Staffordshire Figurines:
Staffordshire figurines were popular from the early 1800s through the Victorian era, often used to decorate mantelpieces in middleclass homes. These ceramic figures frequently depicted notable literary, political, and folkloric characters. Their folkart charm and handcrafted imperfections make them desirable collectibles today.