Christie's Collectibles, Staffordshire Figures, The Connoisseur's Guide

The whimsical ceramic figures from Staffordshire, first made in the 18th century, have captured the spirit of the Victorian era, the period in which they achieved their greatest popularity. There are numerous examples of these colorful portraits, which were modeled on famous people, including royalty, military figures, politicians, actors, and even murderers, as well as on animals. This guide provides a selection of figures and supplies all the information necessary to start or build your own collection.