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Staffordshire Hunting Hounds, C. 1850.
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Staffordshire Hunting Hounds, C. 1850.

19th century
Sold 24 September 2025 · Philip Carrol Antiques
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A rare and fine pair of Staffordshire pottery dogs, c. 1850. Finely modelled as Hunting Hounds, recumbent upon shaped rectangular bases in underglaze cobalt blue, with a single gilt line.

The hounds with alert expressions on their faces, finely moulded hair and, painted with liver red spots, feathered at the edges.

Length -14 cm, 5 1/2”.

Height – 10.2 cm, 4”.

Depth – 7.2 cm, 2 7/8”.

Condition – Firing cracks to the underside of the bases. No damage. No restoration.

Ref – Victorian Staffordshire Dogs, Harding, p.103, fig. 2731 for a similar pair.

Physical Dimensions
Height
10.2cm (4.02")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
7.2cm (2.83")
Declaration

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated these Staffordshire Hunting Hounds to the Victorian era.

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SA1112635
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A rare and fine pair of Staffordshire pottery dogs, c. 1850.
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Finely modelled as Hunting Hounds, recumbent upon shaped rectangular bases in underglaze cobalt blue, with a single gilt line.
Philip Carrol Antiques

The hounds with alert expressions on their faces, finely moulded hair and, painted with liver red spots, feathered at the edges.

fig 1. A pair of hand-painted ceramic Staffordshire hunting hounds in brown and white, resting on moulded cobalt blue bases.
fig 1. Staffordshire Hunting Hounds, C. 1850.

Length -14 cm, 5 1/2”.

Height – 10.2 cm, 4”.

Depth – 7.2 cm, 2 7/8”.

Condition – Firing cracks to the underside of the bases. No damage. No restoration.

Ref – Victorian Staffordshire Dogs, Harding, p.103, fig. 2731 for a similar pair.

Height
10.2cm (4.02")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
7.2cm (2.83")
Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated these Staffordshire Hunting Hounds to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1112635
Philip Carrol Antiques
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Philip carrol antiques was established in 1983

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A pair of hand-painted ceramic Staffordshire hunting hounds in brown and white, resting on moulded cobalt blue bases. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A pair of hand-painted ceramic Staffordshire hunting hounds in brown and white, resting on moulded cobalt blue bases. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Staffordshire Hunting Hounds, C. 1850.

Archive II A pair of hand-painted ceramic Staffordshire hunting hounds in brown and white, resting on moulded cobalt blue bases. View II
Archive III A pair of hand-painted ceramic Staffordshire hunting hounds in brown and white, resting on moulded cobalt blue bases. View III
Archive IV A pair of hand-painted ceramic Staffordshire hunting hounds in brown and white, resting on moulded cobalt blue bases. View IV
Archive V A pair of hand-painted ceramic Staffordshire hunting hounds in brown and white, resting on moulded cobalt blue bases. View V
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Archive VII A pair of hand-painted ceramic Staffordshire hunting hounds in brown and white, resting on moulded cobalt blue bases. View VII
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Archive IX A pair of hand-painted ceramic Staffordshire hunting hounds in brown and white, resting on moulded cobalt blue bases. View IX
Archive X A pair of hand-painted ceramic Staffordshire hunting hounds in brown and white, resting on moulded cobalt blue bases. View X
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A pair of hand-painted ceramic Staffordshire hunting hounds in brown and white, resting on moulded cobalt blue bases.
Staffordshire Hunting Hounds, c. 1850.
Ref: SA1112635
A pair of hand-painted ceramic Staffordshire hunting hounds in brown and white, resting on moulded cobalt blue bases.
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  • ObjectDecorative Figurines
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialEarthenware, Glaze, Enamel
  • ColourMulticoloured
  • MotifsHand-painted features, Moulded blue bases, Recumbent animal posture, Gilt detailing
  • SizeH 10.2 cm (4 in) x W 14 cm (6 in) x D 7.2 cm (3 in)

Staffordshire pottery figures were largely produced in the Staffordshire potteries of England during the 19th century, serving as popular mantelpiece ornaments for the Victorian middle classes.

These figures were traditionally slip-cast or hand-moulded in earthenware, then hand-painted with underglaze colours and finished with a clear lead glaze.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit crazing in the glaze, vent holes on the underside, hand-painted facial features, and weight consistent with 19th-century earthenware production.

They can be placed on mantelpieces, bookshelves, or sideboards to introduce traditional character, tactile glaze textures, and historical narrative into contemporary spaces.

Dust gently with a dry, soft cloth and avoid using liquid cleaners or submerging in water to protect the fragile historic glaze and hand-painted pigments.
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