John William Bailey(1831-1914) Gold Canine Portrait Enamelled Stick Pin.

Name: John William Bailey(1831-1914) Gold Canine Portrait Enamelled Stick Pin.
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1078465
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge

Description

Here we have a superb quality John William Bailey RA (1831-1914, portrait miniaturist) Victorian canine portrait enamelled ceramic plaque and 9 ct gold stick pin, depicting the dachshund "Champion Pterodactyl", inscribed verso, signed and dated J W Bailey 1893, in Dobson & Sons of London fitted case, 5.5 cm, 3.4 g. [Pterodactyl (1888-1897) was one of the most prize-winning show dogs of his time and was in great demand for breeding, influencing the appearance of the modern breed, his skeleton was donated by his owner Mr Sydney Woodiwiss to the Derby Museums.]

John William Bailey was regarded as the best of the best miniature portrait artists and was commissioned by the Royal Family.

Free postage and packaging is included in the price of this item.

Physical Dimensions

Height

5.5cm (2.17")

Declaration

Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge has dated this piece to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1078465

Dealers Internal Reference

7590

Dealers Notes

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Description

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John William Bailey was regarded as the best of the best miniature portrait artists and was commissioned by the Royal Family.

Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge

Free postage and packaging is included in the price of this item.

Physical Dimensions

Height

5.5cm (2.17")

Date of Manufacture

Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge has dated this piece to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref