A rare set of four Derby figures of the Elements c.1770

A rare set of four Derby figures of the Elements c.1770, emblematic of Earth, Water, Fire and Air, each modelled with varying attributes, Fire with a flaming brazier and cannon, Air holding a bird with its cage in her other hand, Earth with a spade and watering can, Water holding a fish, with a creel at her feet, each raised on a pierced scrolled base with turquoise and gilt detailing, a little good restoration, 24.5cm. (4)

The figure of Fire is adapted from the similar Derby figure of War, while Water derives from a Bow figure of Venus with Doves.