Stately Pair of Antique Seated English Black & White Staffordshire Spaniels 11"

Description: Stately Pair of Antique Handpainted Black & White Seated English Staffordshire Spaniels also Referred to as "Hearth Spaniels" or "Hearthside/Mantel Dogs". Made in England. Staffordshire Spaniels are the Quintessential Victorian Decoration. Staffordshire pottery dogs come from the many pottery companies located in the County of Staffordshire, England. Originally Created to be Displayed on Fireplace Mantels During the Victorian Era. Of all the Figures the Potters Created, Sets of these Whimsical Spaniels became the Favorite & Eventually Came to Epitomize Staffordshire Ceramics. Richly Steeped in Royal History & Bearers of Exceptional British Craftsmanship the Staffordshire Spaniels Became Popular Because of the Strong Ties to the British Royal Family, Whom Greatly Favored King Charles Spaniels. These Lovely Ceramic Hounds are Still Beloved & Cherished & Proudly Displayed in Most English Homes Today. This Regal Pair Show Many Indications of Being Produced in the 19th Century. Spaniels are in a Seated Position with Front Legs Free Poses (Separated) with a Black & White Intricately Detailed Textured, Curly Coat. A Tail that Curls Round the Body which Conveys Quality. Muted Dull Gilt Gold Embellished Collars with Padlocks & Chains. Classic Handpainted Yellow & Black Eyes. Even though this is a "Matching Pair" they are Not Identical as they Each Display Slight Differences including their Sizes & Markings. No Maker's Mark which is Typically Absent in the Older Pottery Pieces. They Display Fine Crazing not Consistent with a "Manufactured" Look. Figures are Heavy Consistent with the Original Older Pottery. Both Display Painting on the Back & Brush Strokes. Bottom/Base of Each Spaniel Displays a Very Small Firing hole which were made to release expansion Buildup inside the hollow figures during firing. Typical firing holes average about one-eighth inch in diameter. Taller Spaniel Measures: L: 9.25" W: 7.5" H: 11" Weight: 5lbs 3oz Shorter Spaniel Measures: L: 9.5" W: 8" H: 10.75" Weight: 5lbs 3oz These Timeless Statement Pieces are Ideal for collectors & admirers of English Pottery. These Distinguished Spaniels are Not Just decorative Pieces they are classic reminders of enduring craftsmanship and tradition. They Bring a Sense of Warmth, Character & Refinement to the Atmosphere. Smoke Free Home 🏠

Price: 325 USD

Location: Saint Peters, Missouri

End Time: 2025-01-09T17:34:16.000Z

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