Pair of Copper Lustre Staffordshire Spaniel Dogs C.1890

An attractive large pair of Staffordshire fireside dogs as spaniels, c.1890, with separate front leg and copper lustre decoration. Vent holes to the reverse and a maker mark to the base of one.

Reference: A-Z Staffordshire Dogs by Pope, Figure 44 for a similar example, dated c.1890. Please note that Harding & Harding date these copper lustre finish dogs to c.1920 and illustrate similar examples also, pages 66/67.

The tallest measures 24cm (9 1/2") high, 18cm (7") long and 13.2cm (5 1/4") deep.

Condition is very good with no damage or restoration. There are a couple of minor firing faults to the male right-facing dog, a short firing crack between his front legs and a fine line along the join part along his back towards the bottom half. The copper has oxidised in some places causing a green effect amongst the copper, more noticeable on the female left-facing dog. Minimal surface wear, the enamel to the faces is very good on both.

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