Staffordshire Dogs

By jkickham, 17 March, 2015
Description

Hi there,

 

My mother bought me a pair of Staffordshire dogs at an Antique mall and I would like to know something about their authenticity (I am assuming they are replicas from the research I have done but would be happily corrected).  I would really like to know how old they are and approximate value.  I know what mom paid and am hoping she wasn't bamboozled.

 

Thank you,

Jennifer

Category
Decorative Arts
Medium
? Ceramic/porcelain
Distinguishing marks
No stamp or mark on the underside. Although the dogs are not opposing, they are not exact. The painting marks are slightly different between them.
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
23.5 cm tall, base 17 cm wide, body roughly 8 cm deep
Weight
Guessing 1 lb? Maybe a little more?
History
Was told the dogs were purchased from an estate sale and that they were from England and were in the family for a long time.
Price Paid (If known)
$189 CAN
For Sale?
No
Photos

chrishanlonantiques

9 years 9 months ago

I am sorry to advise you that these are not period items, but they are English circa 1940's - 1950's.  The sell routinely at auction for about $75.  They are still very cool.  

 

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