Antique Staffordshire Porcelain King Charles Spaniel Figurine Pair Victorian dec

Condition: Used

Condition Notes: These are genuine antique items and their condition reflects their age. Please review all photographs carefully.Crazing: There is extensive and widespread crazing to the glaze on both figures, which is a common and expected characteristic of Staffordshire pottery from this period. One of the dogs seems a crack running down the side of its body, as highlighted in the photos but looks good.Chipping & Paint Loss: There are a few small chips and areas of paint loss, particularly on the base and on the black-painted paws.

Origin: Staffordshire

Antique: Yes

Signed: No

Material: Porcelain

Subject: Dog

Colour: White

Vintage: Yes

Brand: Staffordshire

Type: Figurine

Era: Victorian (1837-1900)

Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original

Item Height: 13 in

Packaging: Box

Theme: Animals,Dogs

Original/Reproduction: Antique Original

Style: Victorian

Features: Decorative

Time Period Manufactured: 1850-1899

Production Style: Art Pottery

Backstamp: Painted

Production Technique: Pottery

Finish: Glossy

Country of Origin: United Kingdom

Handmade: Yes

This is a charming and authentic pair of antique Staffordshire porcelain figurines, known as "mantel dogs." Depicting King Charles Spaniels, these pieces are a classic example of English folk art from the Victorian era and would be a wonderful addition to any collection.

Item Details:

• Description: A matching pair of Staffordshire porcelain spaniel dog figurines. They feature a white glossy glaze with hand-painted details on their faces, eyes, and paws. Each dog is adorned with a detailed collar and locket, and subtle gold accents are dotted across their bodies. The figures are designed to face each other, a traditional configuration for mantelpiece display.

• Measurements: Each statue stands approximately 13 inches tall. one dog has a weight of 1.875 kg (approximately 4.1 lbs).

Condition Details:

These are genuine antique items and their condition reflects their age. Please review all photographs carefully.

• Crazing: There is extensive and widespread crazing to the glaze on both figures, which is a common and expected characteristic of Staffordshire pottery from this period. One of the dogs seems a crack running down the side of its body, as highlighted in the photos but looks good.

• Chipping & Paint Loss: There are a few small chips and areas of paint loss, particularly on the base and on the black-painted paws.

Historical Background:

Staffordshire figurines were a popular form of home decor in England during the Victorian era (1837-1901), beloved by the middle class. These porcelain dogs, often referred to as "mantel dogs" or "chimney dogs," were traditionally placed on either end of a fireplace mantelpiece. The breed most commonly depicted was the King Charles Spaniel, a favorite of royalty and a symbol of status. Their distinctive design and folk-art aesthetic have made them highly collectible items, each telling a story of the era in which it was made.