19th century Staffordshire group of a Gardner with small child, he has a spade in right hand and she holds garland of flowers. circa 1850. manufacturers fault in cobalt blue paint. (see photographs) rubbing to his nose. 11.5" high.Fig. 60. Pugh Page I531.  Suppose to portray Sir Joseph Paxton (1801-65, gardener and architect who designed the Crystal Palace.  Ref. 2970 - £65