Vintage English Staffordshire Style Equestrian Figure With Zebra-Striped Horse, C. 1920s–40s

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A highly decorative English pottery figure in the Staffordshire tradition, depicting a young rider seated atop a stylized horse with … Read more A highly decorative English pottery figure in the Staffordshire tradition, depicting a young rider seated atop a stylized horse with distinctive hand-painted striping.

While rooted in 19th-century Staffordshire forms, this example dates to the early 20th century and reflects the continued revival of English figurative ceramics during that period. The piece is notable for its crisp modeling, glossy glaze, and expressive palette—particularly the horse’s graphic striping, which lends a subtle zebra-like quality highly aligned with current equestrian and safari-inspired interiors.

The figure is set on a naturalistic base with layered green and ochre tones, adding visual depth and warmth. It reads beautifully in a bookshelf vignette or as part of a collected grouping of antique books, brass, and organic materials.

A refined decorative object that bridges traditional English pottery with a more modern, design-relevant sensibility.

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Dimensions

7” H x 6” W x 2 1/2” D

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Condition

Good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age. Minor glaze variations and surface irregularities inherent to hand-decorated pottery. No major structural damage observed. See less