Myrna Schkolne: Early Staffordshire Figures

This lovely lady represents Peace. More specifically, she symbolizes Peace burning the emblems of war. Note that the torch in her right hand is setting alight the accoutrements of war, including a helmet and spear.

Lest you doubt that this figure is Peace, she carries a laurel branch in her left hand and wears a crown of laurels on her head. I rest my case! A particularly attractive Staffordshire figure is she not? I love her face, which is so very English. This is an unusual version of the figure.  More commonly, Peace looks like a very matronly, heavy-hipped classical lady.

The above figure is quite easy to find, whereas the first figure...well, I believe I know just one.  Clearly some enterprising potter thought Peace needed an update.

These figures are about 9" tall. I know I should put measurements with each image,  and I have no excuse for my laziness. If ever you really need to know, just ask.