{"product_id":"antique-staffordshire-porcelain-king-charles-spaniel-figurine-pair","title":"Antique Staffordshire Porcelain King Charles Spaniel Figurine Pair","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 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 \u0026amp; Paint Loss: There are a few small chips and areas of paint loss, particularly on the base and on the black-painted paws.\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\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Victorian\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Decorative\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 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.\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 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/b\u003e Each statue stands approximately 13 inches tall. one dog has a weight of 1.875 kg (approximately 4.1 lbs).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Details:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese are genuine antique items and their condition reflects their age. Please review all photographs carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCrazing:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChipping \u0026amp; Paint Loss:\u003c\/b\u003e There are a few small chips and areas of paint loss, particularly on the base and on the blackpainted paws.\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 popular form of home decor in England during the Victorian era (18371901), 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 folkart aesthetic have made them highly collectible items, each telling a story of the era in which it was made.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Staffordshire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52605357523291,"sku":null,"price":226.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0936\/4986\/3003\/files\/57_d20e962a-4c5a-430e-ade6-1c68ab06c6e4.png?v=1773700139","url":"https:\/\/gifteduk.com\/products\/antique-staffordshire-porcelain-king-charles-spaniel-figurine-pair","provider":"Gifted UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}