Kingfisher and Water Lily

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Description The item is a porcelain and bronze figurine. It is 18 inches high and 7 inches acrossThe kingfisher is approximately 5 and a half inches long and four inches wide. It is attached to bronze bullrush reeds about 1 foot above the base. The water lily has a diameter of 4 inches and is attached at the base. The base consists of four bronze leaves which form the stand and then six tall leaf reeds and two bullrushes. One of the leaves at the base has a glass bead to simulate a water droplet.

Category Ceramics and Porcelains

Medium Porcelain kingfisher and lily, bronze reeds and leaf

Distinguishing marks David Fryer on petal of water lily

Condition Excellent

Size and dimensions of this item 18 inches high and 6 inches wide

Date Period 1980's

History Bought new from small studio in Friar Street Worcester from David Fryer

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Price Paid (If known) £125

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