April 25, 2024
1760’s Antique Derby Porcelain of Falstaff same as Figurine in Derby Museum
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1760’s Antique Derby Porcelain Figurine of Falstaff same as Figure in Derby Museum For sale is a superb Derby porcelain figure of the famous 18th century English actor, James Quinn, dressed in his stage regalia, Derby date mark 1765. He is playing the Shakespearean character Falstaff who is typically featured wearing a plumed hat, richly painted coat, breeches, and boots. He is brandishing both his saber and shield and is posed in front of a tree stump. James Quinn (1693-1766) was a celebrated English stage actor of Irish descent. The character of Falstaff from Henry IV, part I, by William Shakespeare, was one of his most celebrated roles. Quinn's build and temperament meant that he was well suited for the part. The actor first appeared as Falstaff in 1720 and then again in 1746-47. In 1751 Quin retired to Bath, his favorite city. He described Bath as 'the cradle of age and a fine slope to the grave." So unforgettable was his performance, that Derby porcelain works immortalized his role with this figurine. It is in very good age appropriate condition; with restorations to the top of his hat and shield also the sword has been reattached with an old 75-100 repair and the end of his sword. Manufacturer Marking: Figurine is incised with No 29 line then 5 This manufacturer numbering was used in the first derby figurines before they
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