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Staffordshire Pottery Greyhounds, C. 1860.
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Staffordshire Pottery Greyhounds, C. 1860.

19th century
Sold 14 March 2025 · Philip Carrol Antiques
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Description

Pair of large Staffordshire pottery Greyhounds, c. 1860. The hounds finely modelled, and standing before tree trunks, holding rabbits in their mouths.

Set upon oval mound bases, sprigged with grass. Single gilt lines to the bases.

Height – 30 cm, 11 7/8”.

Width – 25 cm, 9 7/8”.

Depth – 8.3 cm, 3 1/4”.

Condition – Typical minor wear to the gilding. No damage. No restoration.

A-Z of Staffordshire Dogs, Clive Mason Pope, fig.15, p. 49 for a similar pair.

Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated these Staffordshire Pottery Greyhound Figures to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
8.3cm (3.27")
Reference Numbers
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SA1115295
Description
Pair of large Staffordshire pottery Greyhounds, c. 1860. The hounds finely modelled, and standing before tree trunks, holding rabbits in their mouths.

Set upon oval mound bases, sprigged with grass. Single gilt lines to the bases.

fig 1. A pair of hand-painted ceramic Staffordshire greyhound figures depicted with game in their mouths, mounted on modelled bases.
fig 1. Staffordshire Pottery Greyhounds, C. 1860.

Height – 30 cm, 11 7/8”.

Width – 25 cm, 9 7/8”.

Depth – 8.3 cm, 3 1/4”.

Condition – Typical minor wear to the gilding. No damage. No restoration.

A-Z of Staffordshire Dogs, Clive Mason Pope, fig.15, p. 49 for a similar pair.

Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated these Staffordshire Pottery Greyhound Figures to the Victorian era.

Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
8.3cm (3.27")
Reference Numbers
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SA1115295
Philip Carrol Antiques
Philip Carrol Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2017

Philip carrol antiques was established in 1983

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Philip Carrol Antiques is a registered member of BADA 

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Archive I A pair of hand-painted ceramic Staffordshire greyhound figures depicted with game in their mouths, mounted on modelled bases. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Staffordshire Pottery Greyhounds, C. 1860.

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A pair of hand-painted ceramic Staffordshire greyhound figures depicted with game in their mouths, mounted on modelled bases.
Staffordshire pottery Greyhounds, c. 1860.
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A pair of hand-painted ceramic Staffordshire greyhound figures depicted with game in their mouths, mounted on modelled bases.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectFigurines
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialEarthenware, Ceramic, Enamel
  • ColourOrange and White
  • MotifsHand-painted enamel details, Modelled rocky base, Game in mouth, Gilt collar accents
  • SizeH 30 cm (12 in) x W 25 cm (10 in) x D 8.3 cm (3 in)

FAQs

Staffordshire pottery figures were mass-produced in the English potteries throughout the 19th century, primarily intended as affordable mantelpiece ornaments for the working and middle classes. Animal figures, particularly dogs like greyhounds and spaniels, were exceptionally popular subjects during the Victorian era.

These figures were typically slip-cast or hand-pressed in earthenware molds, then hand-painted with underglaze colours and overglaze enamel highlights, often featuring distinctive gilt accents and craquelure finishes developed during firing.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the crazing of the glaze, weight of the earthenware, hand-painted brushwork details, and the presence of flat unglazed bases or vent holes which are characteristic of 19th-century manufacturing techniques.

These sculptural figures can be displayed symmetrically on a mantelpiece, styled on bookshelf ledges, or incorporated into eclectic tablescapes to add historical character and a touch of traditional British charm to contemporary spaces.

To preserve antique ceramics, keep them out of direct sunlight to prevent enamel fading, clean only with a dry or lightly damp soft cloth, and avoid submerging them in water or using chemical cleaning agents.
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