27101: A Royal Doulton Set of Thomas Wolsey and Catheri
A Royal Doulton Set of Thomas Wolsey and Catherine of Aragon Porcelain Figures, Burslem, England, circa 1900 Marks: (cipher), DOULTON, BURSLEM, ENGLAND, Noke 13 x 5-1x8 x 4-7x8 inches (33.0 x 13.0 x 12.4 cm) (taller, Wolsey) Property from the Collection of Pat and Michael York The set of historic Tudor figures modeled by Charles Noke in rose, green and gold glazes are fine examples. Excerpt from the collection of London's Victoria & Albert Museum, This represents the great Ellen Terry (1847-1928) as Queen Katherine in Shakespeare's Henry VIII which she first played at the Lyceum Theatre on 5 January 1892 to Henry Irving's Cardinal Wolsey. Irving spared no expense on the lavish settings and costumes for this production, based on paintings by Holbein. Ellen Terry was first employed by Sir Henry Irving at the Lyceum Theatre in 1878; she was his leading lady until 1902, and their on-stage partnership became one of the most famous in the history of the theatre. Royal Doulton produced a pair of figures showing them in their respective roles. Royal Doulton began in Lambeth, London, in 1815 when John Doulton manufactured ceramic items such as stoneware bottles and sewer pipes. The Victorian revolution in hygiene and sanitation ensured its success, and Doulton's later produced tableware and commemorative items. They moved to Burslem in The Potteries in 1882, added porcelain to their production two years later and were granted a Royal Warrant in 1901.
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Condition Report: Minor fleabite to corner of base to Catherine, Thomas is in good condition with light shelf wear to undersides, both present well.
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A Royal Doulton Set of Thomas Wolsey and Catherine of Aragon Porcelain Figures, Burslem, England, circa 1900 Marks: (cipher), DOULTON, BURSLEM, ENGLAND, Noke 13 x 5-1x8 x 4-7x8 inches (33.0 x 13.0 x 12.4 cm) (taller, Wolsey) Property from the Collection of Pat and Michael York The set of historic Tudor figures modeled by Charles Noke in rose, green and gold glazes are fine examples. Excerpt from the collection of London's Victoria & Albert Museum, This represents the great Ellen Terry (1847-1928) as Queen Katherine in Shakespeare's Henry VIII which she first played at the Lyceum Theatre on 5 January 1892 to Henry Irving's Cardinal Wolsey. Irving spared no expense on the lavish settings and costumes for this production, based on paintings by Holbein. Ellen Terry was first employed by Sir Henry Irving at the Lyceum Theatre in 1878; she was his leading lady until 1902, and their on-stage partnership became one of the most famous in the history of the theatre. Royal Doulton produced a pair of figures showing them in their respective roles. Royal Doulton began in Lambeth, London, in 1815 when John Doulton manufactured ceramic items such as stoneware bottles and sewer pipes. The Victorian revolution in hygiene and sanitation ensured its success, and Doulton's later produced tableware and commemorative items. They moved to Burslem in The Potteries in 1882, added porcelain to their production two years later and were granted a Royal Warrant in 1901.
HID03101062020
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Condition Report: Minor fleabite to corner of base to Catherine, Thomas is in good condition with light shelf wear to undersides, both present well.
Heritage Auctions strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Heritage regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only And should Not be relied upon as statements of fact, And do Not constitute a representation, warranty, Or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "As Is"
Buyer's Premium per Lot:25% on the first $300,000 (minimum $49), plus 20% of any amount between $300,001 and $3,000,000, plus 15% of any amount over $3,000,001 per lot.
