John Bevington made popular harvest figures in porcelain. Porcelain figures of harvest workers was a popular 19th Century theme. They were manufactured by the firms of John Bevington imitating and building on the heritage of German potters in pairs, in both white and in Dresden style. John Bevington in the UK as well Meissen in Germanyare renowned for their production of both white porcelain figures and colored figures in the Dresden style. The Meissen porcelain factory, located in the town of Meissen, Germany, was established in the early 18th century and played a significant role in the development of European porcelain.
Initially, Meissen focused on producing white porcelain, which was highly prized for its pure, translucent appearance. The production of white porcelain figures at Meissen showcased the exceptional craftsmanship and technical expertise of the artisans. These white figures were often exquisitely detailed, featuring intricate sculpting and delicate textures.
However, Meissen is equally famous for its colored figures created in the Dresden style. The Dresden style refers to the decorative and ornate style popularized in the 18th century in Dresden, Germany

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These are Figures, not Figurines. In the context of porcelain, the term "figures" generally refers to three-dimensional representations of people, animals, or objects. Figures are typically larger and more detailed than figurines. They are often crafted to depict specific scenes or characters, such as historical figures, mythological creatures, or narrative moments. Figures can be standalone pieces or part of a larger set or diorama. They are often displayed for decorative purposes, collecting, or as art objects.

The John Bevington Mail Order Price List gives a glimpse into 19th Century Pottery Trade. In the 1880s, British potters began using mail order price lists to expand their market reach and cater to customers in the United States. From 1875, the British Book Post rate of 1d for a 2 ounce packet applied to printed matter provided it was not enclosed. In 1879, the rate was reduced to 1/2d. The practice of sending price lists by mail allowed British potters like John Bevington from Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, to showcase their products and facilitate long-distance transactions with American buyers, who were experiencing a surge in demand for pottery and ceramics.

Mail order price lists contained detailed descriptions of pottery items and prices. British pottery manufacturers or retailers, who carefully curated and assembled their offerings to cater to the American market's tastes and preferences.
The Bevington price list offers a porcelain wheat carrier figure in white for 2 shillings and 6 pence, and a porcelain wheat carrier figure hand coloured in Dresden style for 5 shillings.
The original price list is displayed, courtesy of the Library of the Winterthur Museum in Delaware, USA.

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