Early Antique Staffordshire sailors homecoming. This is a great figural pair. The sailor has just returned home from his voyage to see his sweetheart. She appears a bit perturbed with his libations. He does not seem to notice and raises his glass.This piece is not a spill vase as the shell top is solid rather a figural piece. This delightful piece measures 13 1/2" tall by 8" wide and 5" deep. The piece is in excellent condition with minimal paint loss, and no repairs or cracks to note. The piece is legal antique circa 1860. The piece is a recent acquisition from a collectors estate.