Description
Stunning Rare Pair Antique 19th Century Very Large Heavy English Staffordshire Mantle Dogs β’ 12.75β This is a very pretty extremely heavy original antique pair of sumptuous 19C Victorian era English Staffordshire white spaniel mantle hearth dogs featuring classic formal expressions, yet each one with its own warm personality. In grand large size and excellent form, this pair of stately right and left facing figures is certain to bring a touch of the English countryside to any setting in which it is placed. Wonderful markings that are spaced a bit like polka-dots in a splendid way, rarely seen. Beautiful facial features and expression with characteristic period brushwork technique featured exquisitely here. Perfect when featured on their own or as a stunning highlight to a collection or arrangement. Marvelous surviving period examples to own and treasure. Minimal expected post production age related wear. Original underglaze manufacturing anomalies as are characteristic. Superb surviving examples from the 1800s. Display ready. Purchased England. Happy Bidding! Happy New Year 2025! πππ * Listing is for large pair of dogs only. Additional pieces are for display purposes. Height 12.75β