An original and complete set of all eleven Beswick Alice in Wonderland ceramic figures, produced in England between approximately 1973 and 1983.
The collection comprises:
This is the complete Beswick Alice Series rather than a partial or assembled group. Complete sets are much less frequently encountered than individual figures and have particular appeal to collectors of Beswick pottery, Lewis Carroll memorabilia and British literary ceramics.
The designs are closely based upon Sir John Tenniel’s original illustrations for Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Each character is moulded in glazed earthenware and individually decorated, retaining the distinctive expressions, costumes and eccentric characterisation of Carroll’s Wonderland.
The series was introduced in 1973, following Royal Doulton’s acquisition of Beswick, and individual models were created by leading Beswick modellers including Albert Hallam, Graham Tongue and David Lyttleton. Known model numbers include:
Alice is the tallest figure, measuring approximately 12–12.5 cm high. The remaining figures vary in size according to character. Each carries an appropriate printed Beswick or Royal Doulton-era factory mark to the underside.
Very good vintage condition overall. The figures retain bright glaze, strong colouring and clearly defined decoration. Minor surface wear, rubbing or small manufacturing variations may be present in accordance with age and hand-finishing. No original boxes are included.
Please study all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.
Beswick, England
Alice in Wonderland
Circa 1973–1983; individual figures bear various production dates
11
Approximately 12–12.5 cm
Glazed earthenware ceramic
003951_3
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