Collectible Figurines
Which collectible figurines of my own past work am I most proud of? On this page you will find a portfolio my own past works and links to those currently for sale on eBay
I mainly worked with Royal Doulton, Royal Worcester and Coalport etc. I am proud to say I have worked with some of the finest artisans in the UK, working for some the most prestigious collectible figurine companies in the history of fine china making.
Go here to see which figurines are currently available on eBay:- https://ebay.us/bytgjcThe Glory Days of Bone China
I had the pleasure to work with Royal Worcester who, before their sad closure, lays claim to be the oldest and original porcelain maker in the UK. They were established in 1751. Closely following were Staffordshire rivals Coalport founded in 1795, but earlier links go back to 20 years. I did many figurines for both firms.
Royal Doulton, again based in Stoke-on-Trent, were to become huge rivals to Worcester, but were relative latecomers to the porcelain field, having come along originally as drainpipe makers in 1815. It wasn't until 1904 that they won their Royal Warrant for making fine porcelain. I made a few figurines under their brand, but not as many as my esteemed colleague John Bromley. He seemed to find his way to that brand, whilst I was more a Worcester and Coalport kind of guy.
All three of those esteemed makers closed their doors in the naughties and I have moved onto designing vintage travel posters now. The great JB is no longer with us.
A Gallery of Some of My Best Old stuff
Collectors have asked me to put on my site a gallery of my best works - especially the ones I did in collaboration with Compton and Woodhouse. People love the painted background images C & W did to promoite these figurines, and their generally romantic treatment. So do I. Click on the figurine image to go to the page for each peice.
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Charlotte - Royal Worcester Figurine of the Year. Sculpted by Peter Holland and based on his eldest daughter, Charlotte. |
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Louisa Figurine - Coalport's 'The Royal Garden Party'. An all time best seller using a new 'decal-on-lace' method. |
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Rosita - a bone china figurine produced by Royal Doulton. One of the most popular Doulton collectible figurines of recent times. |
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'A Dream Come True' - A Coalport piece designed by Royal Wedding dress designer Elizabeth Emanuel, sculpted by Peter Holland. |
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'Frances' - A Coalport Figurine of the Year designed by Royal Wedding dress designer Elizabeth Emanuel, sculpted by Peter Holland. |
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Catherine - Royal Worcester Special 250 years Anniversary piece, designed by Compton & Woodhouse, sculpted by Peter Holland. |
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Compton & Woodhouse's Royal Worcester Fantasy Collection - the intriguing 'Snow Queen' captured in bone china by Peter Holland. |
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From the 'Celtic Princess' collection of Compton & Woodhouse made by Royal Worcester, Princess Tara quickly became a Peter Holland classic. |
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Titania Queen of the Fairies is a perfect partnership between The design skills of Compton & Woodhouse, the making of English Royal Worcester.. |
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Photos © Peter Holland
Anya was made by Peter Holland especially for Celia Dolls as a favour and his lifelike style helped them launch in the USA. Peter Holland porcelain dolls are very rare indeed. |
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This mother & child portrait entitled "Sweet Child of Mine" shows well the bond between the two. Design: Compton & Woodhouse. Make: Royal Worcester. |
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This charming caricature figurine, popular with all the makers at Royal Worcester, Compton & Woodhouse donated a % of profits to Great Ormond St hospital. . |
Here is a rundown of what else you will find on these 'Collectible Figurines' Pages:-
I give my take on Coalport Figurines - Coalport - The most magnificent of the early English forerunner factories.
Royal Worcester Figurines - Worcester - The oldest and most prestigious of the early English pioneering porcelain factories.
Royal Doulton Figurines - Doulton - Had a surge of power and influence at the turn of the 20th century.
A Profile of the Traditional Staffordshire China Pot Bank - the English pot bank - one of the most traditional early English types of factory.
Caring For Figurines look after your art - how to clean and display your collectible figurines.
WHY do we collect? - Figurines are a favourite of keen collectors. I take a look at exactly why.
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