{"product_id":"antique-royal-worcester-water-carrier-figures-design-by-james-hadley-c-late-19th-early-20th-century","title":"Antique,  Royal Worcester, Water Carrier Figures, Design by James Hadley, c. Late 19th“Early 20th Century","description":"\u003cp style=\"mso-hyphenate: auto; mso-vertical-align-alt: auto; margin: 5.0pt 0cm 5.0pt 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Georgia',serif; color: #002060;\"\u003eRoyal Worcester Porcelain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"mso-hyphenate: auto; mso-vertical-align-alt: auto; margin: 5.0pt 0cm 5.0pt 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Georgia',serif; color: #002060;\"\u003eAntique Pair of Royal Worcester Water Carrier Figures – Design by James Hadley, c. Late 19th–Early 20th Century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"mso-hyphenate: auto; mso-vertical-align-alt: auto; margin: 5.0pt 0cm 5.0pt 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Georgia',serif; color: #002060;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 8.5pt; font-family: 'Georgia',serif; color: #002060;\"\u003eA superb pair of finely crafted Royal Worcester porcelain figures, attributed to celebrated sculptor James Hadley. These kneeling water carriers are rendered in exquisite detail, featuring classical or biblical themes that reflect the Orientalist and Neoclassical styles prevalent in the late Victorian and Edwardian periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"mso-hyphenate: auto; mso-vertical-align-alt: auto; margin: 5.0pt 0cm 5.0pt 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 8.5pt; font-family: 'Georgia',serif; color: #002060;\"\u003eEach figure is finished in a warm ivory glaze, with delicate hand-painted floral motifs and gilded accents on the garments and vessels. The expressive poses—one male and one female—capture a serene, contemplative mood typical of Hadley's artistic language.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"mso-hyphenate: auto; mso-vertical-align-alt: auto; margin: 5.0pt 0cm 5.0pt 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 8.5pt; font-family: 'Georgia',serif; color: #002060;\"\u003eThese figures embody the grace and technical mastery for which Royal Worcester was renowned, making them a striking addition to any antique porcelain or fine decorative arts collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"mso-hyphenate: auto; mso-vertical-align-alt: auto; margin: 5.0pt 0cm 5.0pt 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 8.5pt; font-family: 'Georgia',serif; color: #002060;\"\u003eThe male figure is 14 x 14 cm high, and the female is 13 cm deep (6 x 6 inches and 5.2 x 5.2 inches deep). Please note that only the male and female figure is available in this lot. The copper beater is separately available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"mso-hyphenate: auto; mso-vertical-align-alt: auto; margin: 5.0pt 0cm 5.0pt 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 8.5pt; font-family: 'Georgia',serif; color: #002060;\"\u003eExcellent condition for its age, with normal wear and tear expected of antique porcelain. There is a very tiny, insignificant chip on the female figure, not visible in the photographs, and a faint line on the foot of the male figure, also not noticeable in the images. These do not detract from the overall display quality or charm of the pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"mso-hyphenate: auto; mso-vertical-align-alt: auto; margin: 5.0pt 0cm 5.0pt 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 8.5pt; font-family: 'Georgia',serif; color: #002060;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 9.0pt; font-family: 'Georgia',serif;\"\u003eMost objects sold in our gallery are antiques, vintage or used; therefore, they will show signs of being antique, vintage or used. There may be signs of scratches, discolouration, chips, cracks, wear and tear, unknown manufacturers and\/or patterns. Please see the photographs as they form part of the description.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eOverseas buyers may have to pay any import duties, taxes, or fees that may apply. All items are meticulously wrapped and prepared for both international and UK shipping. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"mso-hyphenate: auto; mso-vertical-align-alt: auto; margin: 5.0pt 0cm 5.0pt 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 8.0pt; font-family: 'Georgia',serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leans Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56219143668060,"sku":"Royal Worcester, Water Carriers, Porcelain","price":465.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0978\/8945\/2380\/files\/WhatsApp_Image_2025-05-31_at_7.23.29_AM.jpg?v=1771427810","url":"https:\/\/leansgallery.com\/products\/antique-royal-worcester-water-carrier-figures-design-by-james-hadley-c-late-19th-early-20th-century","provider":"Leans Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}