England, circa 1800, polychrome decorated pearlware, the likeness of the ancient Athenian philosopher raised on a painted marbleized plinth open at the bottom.

14 in.

Estate of the Late Phyllis J. Prather, owner of The Brass Lantern, Greensboro, NC

A. Riga Antiques, Charleston, SC.

Under-glaze hairline on the bottom; several small glaze chips to pedestal.