English Carved Marble Figure of an Infant with Dogs

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Attributed to Joseph Durham, dated 1857 Modelled as a seated child in loose classical drapery, the head gently inclined downward in a tender pose, holding a small puppy with another dog at his side, set on an intregral oval base. Height 17 inches (43 cm), width 8 inches (20.4 cm). This figure typifies the refined, idealized naturalism associated with the work of John Durham, whose sculptural frequently translated into Parian ware by leading English manufacturer focused on poetic and sentimental subjects. Parian porcelain, developed in the 1840s, was specifically intended to emulate the appearance of carved marble, allowing sculptural models to be reproduced with a high degree of detail and a soft, matte finish. Durham’s compositions often feature children or allegorical figures engaged in quiet, reflective interaction with animals, embodying Victorian ideals of innocence and domestic virtue. The present model aligns closely with that aesthetic, combining classical references with an accessible, emotive subject suited to the 19th-century decorative market. 品相： No condition report? Click below to request one. *Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact and Doyle New York shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. Please contact the specialist department to request further information or additional images that may be available. Request a condition report

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