England's most notorious highwayman. Immortalized in clay.

This striking Victorian Staffordshire flatback equestrian figurine depicts Dick Turpin — the legendary 18th century highwayman — mounted on his famous black mare, Black Bess. Boldly painted in cobalt blue, black, and cream with his signature tricorn hat, this is one of the most iconic and collectible subjects in all of Victorian Staffordshire pottery.

Produced circa 1860s, when Dick Turpin's romanticized legend was at the height of its popular fascination, these figures were made to capture the imagination of ordinary Victorian households. They succeeded. Collectors have been pursuing them ever since.

The base is titled "Dick Turpin" in the classic Staffordshire lettering — a hallmark of an authentic period piece, not a later reproduction.

The real highwayman. The real Staffordshire. 

Details:

• Antique Victorian Staffordshire flatback equestrian figurine

• Subject: Dick Turpin on Black Bess

• Circa 1860s

• Titled base: "Dick Turpin"

• Hand painted polychrome decoration — cobalt blue coat, black horse

• Age-appropriate wear consistent with authentic 160+ year old pottery

• Please note: a hairline crack is present at the interior junction where the figure meets the base — this occurred during the original firing process and is glazed over, confirming it as a production characteristic rather than subsequent damage. Consistent with authentic 19th century Staffordshire pottery.

• Measures approximately: 11.5"h, 9"w head to tail, Base 6.5"w x 2.5"d

His partner in crime, Tom King, is also available in our shop — display them together as they were meant to be.

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