Porcelain artist Claire Partington

Designed solely to decorate the bedroom or living room where they are displayed, the miniature porcelain statues of Claire Partington are based on animals and people in costumes from the 17th century to present day as well as figures from children’s stories. They pull from a range of historical myths and folklore that have already inspired many cultural institutions.

Porcelain artistry

From the galleries of the Victoria & Albert Museum in London to the Seattle Art Museum in Washington in the United States, the figurines of this London-born artist have made their way into the world’s most famous museums. These hand-made statues blend genres and European applied arts, resulting in works that combine historical significance with a decidedly modern look.

Each of these models, one of which includes a head in the shape of an octopus, while the other features a cabbage, tells a story. © DR

The characters created by the artist are not just classical—they reference every era imaginable. © DR

Collector figurines

Featuring an endless level of sculpted details that makes them look practically real, these figurines are just as likely to be dressed in a Marie Antoinette-era dress and paired with an octopus or cabbage head as in Adidas sneakers, gold chains, or carefully placed Chanel logos. The exotic style of these ceramic figures results in such unique shapes that each piece is part of a highly prized collection.

Claire Partington’s incredible artistry is evident in the details of each figurines. © DR