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Similar to her larger size sister, Little Althea Purple, follows in the tradition (size permitting!), and displays the same richness of dress and design.
It seems that the Witches of Pendle coven is in need of supplies, and Althea – the flying witch doll- was sent to fetch some (that’s her speciality – shopping!). Whatever she brings in the three pouches must be of a mysterious nature! As the pouches are made of see through fabric and decorated with black feathers, we can safely assume that they contain herbs with a hint of potpourri!.
Regardless what the errand is for, the witch Rowena is all dressed up for it. Her dress is marvellous in detail: the top skirt is made of purple hemp, the bottom skirt is made in purple gauze decorated with a dark purple satin border, and the underskirt in bark blue velvet (same as the sleeves) with dusky green lace border. As the high winds make her dress to flutter, she is showing off her frilly white cotton underpants and also a bit of leg, all dressed in burgundy linen tights! Porcelain shoes and pointy velvet purple hat match (of course!) with a final touch of natural feathers on the hat. To keep warm, she is wearing a brown granny type knitted shawl.
Like any respectable witch, Althea spent some time on make up, to enhance those so traditional ‘witchy’ features so highly detailed in porcelain – everything is there: pointy nose, purple lips, bicycle glasses and even a beaded earring.
And let’s not forget the authentic broomstick!
All in all, a beautiful porcelain creation, from out Witches of Pendle range, of high detail recommended for the collector and enthusiast alike. Collectables are not just for Halloween, but for every season in between!
Althea, the flying witch doll, measures 24 cm long and can be hang of a transparent thread which is attached to the hat. The witch has a complimentary copy of the Trial and History of the Witches of Pendle attached.
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