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Rare Staffordshire Dog with Basket Quill Holder C1860
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Rare Staffordshire Dog with Basket Quill Holder C1860

19th century
Description

This RARE STAFFORDSHIRE DOG WITH BASKET QUILL HOLDER dates from circa 1860.

It is well-modelled and the DOG is standing proudly with the basket of flowers in his mouth. The opening for the QUILL is set within a large flower head.

Condition: Good. No cracks or restoration. A very small chip to the rim of the basket.

Height: 5.5 inches (14 cm)

Express delivery within the UK is included. We ship Worldwide and are happy to quote for Overseas Shipping on request.

Physical Dimensions
Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
9.5cm (3.74")
Depth
4.5cm (1.77")
Declaration

Shaun King Antiques has dated this Staffordshire Poodle Quill Holder to the 1860s.

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SA1074763
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Description
This RARE STAFFORDSHIRE DOG WITH BASKET QUILL HOLDER dates from circa 1860.

It is well-modelled and the DOG is standing proudly with the basket of flowers in his mouth. The opening for the QUILL is set within a large flower head.

fig 1. A Victorian Staffordshire ceramic poodle figurine styled in white glaze with a textured coat, holding a flower basket in its mouth atop a cobalt blue oval base with a quill hole.
fig 1. Rare Staffordshire Dog with Basket Quill Holder C1860

Condition: Good. No cracks or restoration. A very small chip to the rim of the basket.

Height: 5.5 inches (14 cm)

Express delivery within the UK is included. We ship Worldwide and are happy to quote for Overseas Shipping on request.

Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
9.5cm (3.74")
Depth
4.5cm (1.77")
Date of Manufacture

Shaun King Antiques has dated this Staffordshire Poodle Quill Holder to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1074763
Shaun King Antiques
Shaun King Antiques
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Third generation antiques dealer selling a wide range of large and small antiques pre 1920.

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Archive I A Victorian Staffordshire ceramic poodle figurine styled in white glaze with a textured coat, holding a flower basket in its mouth atop a cobalt blue oval base with a quill hole.

Rare Staffordshire Dog with Basket Quill Holder C1860

Archive II A Victorian Staffordshire ceramic poodle figurine styled in white glaze with a textured coat, holding a flower basket in its mouth atop a cobalt blue oval base with a quill hole. View II
Archive III A Victorian Staffordshire ceramic poodle figurine styled in white glaze with a textured coat, holding a flower basket in its mouth atop a cobalt blue oval base with a quill hole. View III
Archive IV A Victorian Staffordshire ceramic poodle figurine styled in white glaze with a textured coat, holding a flower basket in its mouth atop a cobalt blue oval base with a quill hole. View IV
Archive V A Victorian Staffordshire ceramic poodle figurine styled in white glaze with a textured coat, holding a flower basket in its mouth atop a cobalt blue oval base with a quill hole. View V
Archive VI A Victorian Staffordshire ceramic poodle figurine styled in white glaze with a textured coat, holding a flower basket in its mouth atop a cobalt blue oval base with a quill hole. View VI
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A Victorian Staffordshire ceramic poodle figurine styled in white glaze with a textured coat, holding a flower basket in its mouth atop a cobalt blue oval base with a quill hole.
RARE STAFFORDSHIRE DOG WITH BASKET QUILL HOLDER c1860
Ref: SA1074763
A Victorian Staffordshire ceramic poodle figurine styled in white glaze with a textured coat, holding a flower basket in its mouth atop a cobalt blue oval base with a quill hole.
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Originating in 19th-century England, Staffordshire ceramic quill holders are decorative earthenware figures crafted with integrated receptacles designed to hold feather quills or dip pens on a writing desk.

These pieces were typically constructed from lead-glazed earthenware, press-moulded in sections, hand-painted with enamel pigments, and finished with subtle gilt accents.

Authentic mid-Victorian Staffordshire ceramics typically display unglazed flat bases, subtle mould seam lines, age-appropriate crazing in the glaze, and hand-applied enamel details.

An antique ceramic quill holder serves as a decorative accent when placed on a study desk, arranged within a curated bookshelf display, or positioned on a mantelpiece.

Dust the surface gently with a soft microfibre cloth and avoid immersion in water or exposure to chemical solvents, which can damage cold-painted enamels or gilding.
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