A Bloor Derby figure of John Wilkes
Early 19th Century
Early 19th Century
Standing with his right hand resting on two scrolls inscribed 'MAGNA CHARTER' and 'BILL OF RIGHTS', a putto holding the Cap of Liberty at his feet, 27cm high, printed red mark
First issued in 1764, this model is after the portrait by Nathaniel Dance, in the manner of Scheemaker's marble of Shakespeare.
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Early 19th Century
Early 19th Century
Standing with his right hand resting on two scrolls inscribed 'MAGNA CHARTER' and 'BILL OF RIGHTS', a putto holding the Cap of Liberty at his feet, 27cm high, printed red mark
First issued in 1764, this model is after the portrait by Nathaniel Dance, in the manner of Scheemaker's marble of Shakespeare.