Derby Biscuit Porcelain Figure Emblematic of Poetry c1790

Description

Heading : Derby Porcelain figure emblematic of poetry
Date : c1790 
Period : George III
Marks : incised crown. crossed swords with pellets. and cursive D – further text ‘3rd size. No. 216’; there is also a triangular  mark which is said to denote either that the piece is made to the requisite quality and is ‘fit for sale’. or that it can be ascribed to the modeller or ‘repairer’ Joseph or Josiah Hill
Origin : Derby. England
Colour : White unglazed biscuit-ware
Pattern : A classically attired woman stands braced against a column. holding a quill and scroll; a particularly round-cheeked putti sits at her feet. also holding a quill and intently regarding an open book; a number of other books. a dagger. laurel wreath and theatrical mask are scattered on the ground. perhaps indicating an appreciation of more dramatic prose rather than mere poetry. 

Condition : Very good. some losses to foliate detailing to be expected. 
Restoration : None 
Dimensions : 24.5 cm height. base diameter 11.7cm
Weight : 961 grams 

References: Old Derby Porcelain (Frank Hurlbutt. 1928); pp 25-52