Where were Staffordshire dog statues displayed?

These figures were traditionally displayed in pairs on the mantelpiece of a Victorian parlour, facing inwards toward each other from opposite ends of the shelf. Owners also placed them on sideboards, chests of drawers and occasional tables to brighten domestic living spaces.

How do I identify a Victorian pair?

Victorian pairs generally show matching posture, reverse orientation and similar hand-painted facial markings designed for symmetrical display. Closer inspection of the earthenware body, glaze crazing and enamel wear helps confirm nineteenth-century production periods.

What dog breeds are commonly represented?

Spaniels, poodles, greyhounds and pugs appear most frequently across these ceramic figures, reflecting popular household pets and sporting animals of the period. Less common variations include Maltese terriers, whippets and hounds accompanied by hares or huntsmen.

How should I clean these ceramic figures?

Dust the statues gently with a soft dry cloth to remove surface particles without disturbing the aged glaze or enamel paint. Avoid using water, chemical cleaners or abrasive cloths that might damage the hand-painted details or historic earthenware surface.

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These Staffordshire dog statues are nineteenth-century ceramic figures that bring domestic charm and traditional British character to a mantelpiece.

Collection of Four Antique Quality Staffordshire Hand Painted Spaniels

19th century

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Collection of Four Antique Quality Staffordshire Hand Painted Spaniels

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£440

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Antique English Victorian Staffordshire Pottery Figure Group ~ "Poodles"

19th century

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Antique English Victorian Staffordshire Pottery Figure Group ~ "Poodles"

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£265

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Pair of Antique English Victorian Staffordshire Pottery Poodles with Pups

19th century

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Pair of Antique English Victorian Staffordshire Pottery Poodles with Pups

From Applecross Antiques

£465

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Pair of Antique English Victorian Staffordshire Pottery Figures ~ "Children on Setters"

19th century

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Pair of Antique English Victorian Staffordshire Pottery Figures ~ "Children on Setters"

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£995

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Staffordshire Dog Statues

Collection of Four Antique Quality Staffordshire Hand Painted Spaniels

Antique English Victorian Staffordshire Pottery Figure Group ~ "Poodles"

Pair of Antique English Victorian Staffordshire Pottery Poodles with Pups

Pair of Antique English Victorian Staffordshire Pottery Figures ~ "Children on Setters"

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