Description

Height: 28cm

Width: 19cm

A charming Victorian Staffordshire pottery pocket watch holder featuring a trio of hand-painted female figures beneath an arched floral bower.

Dating to the late 19th century, this decorative flatback-style figure group was designed to hold a gentleman’s pocket watch within the circular opening, allowing the watch face to be displayed prominently when not in use.

The rear retains the original pocket reservoir for supporting the watch body, a classic feature of Staffordshire watch stands from the Victorian period.

Beautifully decorated in traditional polychrome enamels with floral motifs, patterned dresses, and rustic detailing, the piece embodies the folk-art charm associated with Staffordshire decorative ceramics of the era.

These watch holders were popular mantel and dresser ornaments during the Victorian period and today make highly collectible display pieces for interiors, antique ceramic collections, or horology enthusiasts.