{"product_id":"staffordshire-ware-kent-black-white-dog-pair-ceramic-ornament-decor","title":"Staffordshire Ware Kent Black-White Dog Pair Ceramic Ornament Decor","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 antique\/vintage items, these figurines show signs of their age and are in a rustic, well-loved condition. Please examine all photographs carefully.Crazing: The white glaze on the figures shows a fine, extensive crazing pattern, which is typical for pottery of this type and age.Paint Loss: There is some wear and loss to the hand-painted details, particularly on the gold trim of the bases.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Staffordshire\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSigned:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Porcelain,Ceramic\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\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Animals\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal\/Licensed Reproduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.5 in\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Box\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Animals \u0026amp; Dinosaurs,Dogs\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\u003eProduction Technique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pottery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glossy\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a charming pair of vintage Staffordshire porcelain figurines, a delightful take on the classic \"mantel dog\" style. Produced by Staffordshire Ware Kent, these dogs have a distinctive, hand-painted folk-art charm that would make a lovely addition to any collection of vintage 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 dog figurines, sitting on cobalt blue, round bases with a gold-painted trim. The dogs are hand-painted in black and white with stylized, expressive faces and eyes. They each feature a hand-painted collar with a locket. The figures are designed to face each other, a traditional arrangement for display. The base of each figurine is marked with \"Staffordshire Ware, Kent, Made in England.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/b\u003e Each statue stands approximately 4.5 inches tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Details:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs vintage items, these figurines show signs of their age and are in a rustic, well-loved condition. Please examine all photographs carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCrazing:\u003c\/b\u003e The white glaze on the figures shows a fine, extensive crazing pattern, which is typical for pottery of this type and age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaint Loss:\u003c\/b\u003e There is some wear and loss to the hand-painted details, particularly on the gold trim of the bases.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBases:\u003c\/b\u003e The unglazed bottoms of the figurines have a central hole, which is a standard feature of hollow-cast figures from this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHistorical Background:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile inspired by the famous Victorian-era Staffordshire figures, the \"Staffordshire Ware Kent\" mark on these pieces indicates they were produced by a specific company, likely in the mid-20th century, continuing the long-standing English tradition of creating decorative pottery. These \"mantel dogs\" were a popular staple in homes, where they were typically displayed in pairs on a fireplace mantelpiece, sideboard, or windowsill. Their enduring popularity is a testament to their simple, endearing aesthetic that continues to be a favorite among collectors of vintage and folk-art decor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Staffordshire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52965804015963,"sku":null,"price":72.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0936\/4986\/3003\/files\/57_00566f4b-80c1-4d92-a44e-a30d5f8d1169.png?v=1778594776","url":"https:\/\/gifteduk.com\/products\/staffordshire-ware-kent-black-white-dog-pair-ceramic-ornament-decor","provider":"Gifted UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}