A rare Ashtead Pottery 'Madonna and Child' designed by Phoebe Stabler. Beautifully modelled and hand painted. Versions were also produced at Poole and Royal Doulton as 'Sleep'. In excellent condition; no chips, cracks or restoration. Firing/stilt marks to the base. Impressed 'PHOEBE STABLER' around the base. Printed Ashtead Potters mark with painted model number M34 and painter's reference. Height 23cm (9in)