Figure of Cock, One of Pair

Dateca. 1750

Decorator William Duesbury

MediumSalt-glazed stoneware

DimensionsH: 7 7/16"; OW: 2 1/4"; OL: 5 1/2"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1963-125,1

DescriptionOne of a pair of figures of cockerels, the birds in polychrome enamels in the Famille Rose style, the feathers and scales shallowly modelled and outlined in black enamel over turquoise and magenta wings, a red and pink body, and yellow legs. The yellow beak open. The front leg extended on a dark rocky base. The rear leg crouched on a stump. The enamel mottled and with portions having a slightly gritty texture. Significant crazing to closed underside with slight foot. With mold lines and firing cracks clearly evident.Inscription(s)noMark(s)noProvenanceex coll: James Macharg, Newcastle-on-Tyne
Sotheby's London, 27 April 1945, Lot 20
Sotheby's London, 18 June 1963, Lot 2