Where did people place these dogs?

Owners traditionally positioned these ceramic figures on the mantelpiece above the fireplace or directly on the hearth. Pairs were arranged facing inwards toward each other to frame the domestic fire.

What breeds are represented?

The most common breed found in these nineteenth-century ceramics is the spaniel, often referred to as comforter spaniels. Other variations include poodles, sometimes shown with pups, and Maltese terriers.

How do I date these figures?

Dating relies on stylistic clues, manufacturing techniques, and the type of glaze or enamel decoration used by the pottery. Most pieces on this page originate from the Victorian era and the later decades of the nineteenth century.

Are they sold as pairs?

Many of these decorative objects were produced and sold as matching pairs designed to sit symmetrically. Collections also include groups of four, five, or six individual ceramic figurines.

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These earthenware hearth dogs bring traditional English character to a mantelpiece, offering the classic appeal of nineteenth-century pottery figures.

Pair of Antique Staffordshire Dogs C1860

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