Note: the color was touched up on the lower back as seen in pictures

This sculpture depicts a scene from William Wordsworth's 1815 poem 'The White Doe of Rylstone,' which tells the story of Emily Norton and her faithful white doe. Parian ware, named after the fine white marble from the Greek island of Paros, was a popular unglazed porcelain developed in the mid-19th century in England and widely produced through the Victorian era. These sculptures were prized for their marble-like appearance and fine detail, often depicting literary, classical, or romantic subjects.

This piece appeals to collectors of Victorian decorative arts, Parian enthusiasts, and those interested in literary-themed sculptures. The combination of fine craftsmanship, romantic subject matter, and the signature of F.M. Miller makes it particularly desirable. Collectors value these pieces for their historical significance as examples of 19th-century middle-class taste and their technical achievement in ceramic art. The literary connection to Wordsworth adds cultural depth that resonates with collectors of both porcelain and English Romantic literature.