Crichton Shoulder Angels

The old Duke of Falcon Hall had rather too many vices that became public knowledge. However strongly urged by family and peers to amend his ways, he was rather reluctant to turn his back on his more enjoyable past times.

In a bid to restore at least some order to his life he installed a pair of twin Patent Crichton Shoulder Angels. Working in tandem they advise the perfect balance of temptation and temperance in equal measures.

The old Duke's dignity was restored. Whilst retaining a modicum of his favourite past times he was able to balance his public standing with moral and upstanding acts of decency.

Whilst one shoulder angel may say “Sir, might I suggest a visit to Mrs Dollymop’s 'Coffee House’ to acquaint yourself with the young Femme Galante” on the Saturday, the other might suggest “Sir, the estate workers are running a village fete today. Perhaps you might like to attend and judge the home made jam?” on the Sunday.

Patent Crichton Shoulder Angels come with a strong warning: they must never be separated. The resulting unbridled bad behaviour or runaway pious goodness is not worth the risk.

Resin Admirable Crichton figure customised with polymer clay and acrylic paint. Sold as a pair (the consequences of separating these two are not worth thinking about). Approximately 3" tall.

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