Antique Staffordshire Porcelain Duchess of Cambridge Horseback Figurine 9"

Description

Antique 19th century Staffordshire porcelain equestrian flatback figurine titled on the base "Duchess," likely depicting Sarah Fairbrother / Mrs. FitzGeorge in a cobalt blue dress with floral petticoat, seated on a horse. Circa 1854.

"Sarah Fairbrother (1814 – 1890) calling herself Louisa and known from 1859 as Mrs FitzGeorge; was an English actress and the mistress of Prince George, Duke of Cambridge, a male-line grandson of George III. As the couple married in contravention of the Royal Marriages Act 1772, their marriage was not recognised under the law.

Condition

Good Overall - Gentle wear

Dimensions

6.5" x 2" x 9" (Width x Depth x Height)