{"product_id":"antique-staffordshire-porcelain-black-white-pair-king-charles-spaniel-glass-eyes","title":"Antique Staffordshire Porcelain Black White Pair King Charles Spaniel Glass eyes","description":"\u003cp style=\"\\'word-wrap:\" break-word\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Used\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"\\'word-wrap:\" break-word\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e As genuine antique items, these figurines show signs of their age, which contribute to their unique character. Please examine all photographs carefully.Crazing: The glaze on both figures shows the typical fine crazing pattern expected of Staffordshire pottery from this period.Paint Loss: There is some minor wear and loss to the hand-painted details, particularly on the gold accents of the collars and chains, and on the black-painted areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Staffordshire\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Porcelain\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dog\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Staffordshire\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Figurine\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Victorian (1837-1900)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal\/Licensed Reproduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dogs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Art Pottery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime Period Manufactured:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1850-1899\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Technique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pottery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glossy\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a wonderful and authentic pair of antique Staffordshire porcelain figurines, featuring the distinctive and highly soughtafter glass eyes. These classic \"mantel dogs\" depict King Charles Spaniels in a traditional black and white color scheme and would be a highlight in any collection of antique pottery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eItem Details:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription:\u003c\/b\u003e A matching pair of Staffordshire porcelain spaniel dog figurines. They feature a white glossy glaze with handpainted black patches on their ears, body, and faces. The most striking feature is their ambercolored glass eyes, which give them a lifelike and soulful expression. Each dog is adorned with a handpainted gold collar, chain, and locket detail. The figures are designed to face each other, a traditional arrangement for display on a mantelpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/b\u003e Each statue stands approximately 5.5 inches tall. The pair has a combined weight of 0.308 kg (approximately 0.68 lbs).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Details:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs genuine antique items, these figurines show signs of their age, which contribute to their unique character. Please examine all photographs carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCrazing:\u003c\/b\u003e The glaze on both figures shows the typical fine crazing pattern expected of Staffordshire pottery from this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaint Loss:\u003c\/b\u003e There is some minor wear and loss to the handpainted details, particularly on the gold accents of the collars and chains, and on the blackpainted areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e The bases of the figurines are unglazed and have a hole, a common feature of these hollowcast figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEyes:\u003c\/b\u003e The glass eyes are intact on both figurines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHistorical Background:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStaffordshire figurines were a prominent form of English decorative pottery produced in the Staffordshire region during the Victorian era (18371901). These \"mantel dogs\" were a staple in many middleclass homes, where they were traditionally placed on either side of a fireplace or on a sideboard. The King Charles Spaniel was a particularly popular subject, as it was a favorite breed of royalty and a symbol of wealth and status. The inclusion of glass eyes often indicates a higherquality piece and adds to the charm and value of these collectible figures.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Staffordshire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52604971942235,"sku":null,"price":190.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0936\/4986\/3003\/files\/57_147e9390-2b02-4e78-97f9-86d088865458.png?v=1773692479","url":"https:\/\/gifteduk.com\/products\/antique-staffordshire-porcelain-black-white-pair-king-charles-spaniel-glass-eyes","provider":"Gifted UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}