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Staffordshire Pottery Mastiff Spill Vase, C. 1855.
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Staffordshire Pottery Mastiff Spill Vase, C. 1855.

19th century
Sold 18 December 2024 · Philip Carrol Antiques
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Description

Staffordshire pottery Mastiff spill vase, Thomas Parr factory, c. 1855. The large recumbent dog, laid upon a grassy mound base, before a spill vase, formed as a tree trunk.

Single gilt line to the base.

A-Z of Staffordshire Dogs, Clive Mason Pope, Fig 1. p. 123 for a similar example.

Height – 15.2 cm, 6”.

Width – 12.5 cm, 5 3/8”

Depth – 7 cm, 2 3/4”.

Condition – Excellent. No damage. No restoration.

Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated this Staffordshire Pottery Mastiff to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
15.2cm (5.98")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Reference Numbers
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SA1093991
Description
Staffordshire pottery Mastiff spill vase, Thomas Parr factory, c. 1855. The large recumbent dog, laid upon a grassy mound base, before a spill vase, formed as a tree trunk.

Single gilt line to the base.

A-Z of Staffordshire Dogs, Clive Mason Pope, Fig 1. p. 123 for a similar example.

Height – 15.2 cm, 6”.

Width – 12.5 cm, 5 3/8”

Depth – 7 cm, 2 3/4”.

Condition – Excellent. No damage. No restoration.

Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated this Staffordshire Pottery Mastiff to the Victorian era.

Height
15.2cm (5.98")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Reference Numbers
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SA1093991
Philip Carrol Antiques
Philip Carrol Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2017

Philip carrol antiques was established in 1983

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Archive I A hand-painted 19th-century Staffordshire pottery spill vase depicting a lying mastiff dog in front of a tree stump. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Staffordshire Pottery Mastiff Spill Vase, C. 1855.

Archive II A hand-painted 19th-century Staffordshire pottery spill vase depicting a lying mastiff dog in front of a tree stump. View II
Archive III A hand-painted 19th-century Staffordshire pottery spill vase depicting a lying mastiff dog in front of a tree stump. View III
Archive IV A hand-painted 19th-century Staffordshire pottery spill vase depicting a lying mastiff dog in front of a tree stump. View IV
Archive V A hand-painted 19th-century Staffordshire pottery spill vase depicting a lying mastiff dog in front of a tree stump. View V
Archive VI A hand-painted 19th-century Staffordshire pottery spill vase depicting a lying mastiff dog in front of a tree stump. View VI
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A hand-painted 19th-century Staffordshire pottery spill vase depicting a lying mastiff dog in front of a tree stump.
Staffordshire pottery Mastiff spill vase, c. 1855.
Ref: SA1093991
A hand-painted 19th-century Staffordshire pottery spill vase depicting a lying mastiff dog in front of a tree stump.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialEarthenware, Ceramic, Enamel
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsRecumbent mastiff, Tree stump spill holder, Hand-painted enamel, Gilt highlights
  • SizeH 15.2 cm (6 in) x W 12.5 cm (5 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

FAQs

Staffordshire pottery dog figures were largely produced in the towns of North Staffordshire, England, during the 19th century. They became immensely popular as mantelpiece ornaments in Victorian middle-class homes, often depicting popular breeds like spaniels, greyhounds, and mastiffs.

These pieces were typically slip-cast or hand-modelled from earthenware clay, then hand-painted with metallic and enamel colours before undergoing a second kiln firing. Many feature distinctive crackle glaze and gilt highlights typical of the period.

Authentic pieces usually exhibit characteristics such as vent holes on the underside or back, fine crazing in the glaze due to age, hand-painted facial features with minor variations, and weight typical of porous Victorian earthenware rather than modern porcelain.

These ceramic pieces integrate well into contemporary spaces by placing them on bookshelves, mantelpieces, or side tables as eclectic focal points. Their traditional craftsmanship adds character and historic contrast to minimalist or modern neutral rooms.

Antique pottery should be kept out of direct sunlight to prevent paint fading and displayed away from high-moisture areas. Cleaning requires only a soft, dry cloth; water and chemical cleaners should be avoided to protect fragile historical glazes.
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