Description
Marvelous Rare Petite Pair 19C English Staffordshire Spaniel Mantle Hunt Dogs • Russet Spotted Spaniels • Original Early Period Examples • Height 3.75” • Length 3.5” • Width 2.5” I am delighted to bring you this stunning rare 19C pair of diminutive Staffordshire spaniel dogs featuring beautifully executed characteristic brushwork common to these fine early period examples with sought after hollow bases. A scarce gallery quality original pair of right and left facing petite English country life mantle figures in classic form. Impressive showpieces to enjoy on their own or as part of a collection or arrangement. No chips. Age related wear and minimal underglaze manufacturing anomalies as expected in early models such as these. Slight early self contained mould stress hairline to base showing through to underside which is a normal occurrence in this style and not of consequence, but wished to mention. Wonderful surviving period find to own and treasure. * Listing is for Staffordshire spaniel pair only. Other items are for display purposes.