Over 700 color photos display the ceramic dogs produced by potters of
England's famous Staffordshire district during the Victorian era. They
include King Charles Spaniels, Whippets, Bull Mastiffs, Poodles, St.
Bernards, and many others. Among the figures are dogs alone, and with
men, women, and children engaged in a variety of pursuits. Histories for
potteries known to produce Staffordshire dogs are presented, including
James Dudson, the Par-Kent Factory, Poole & Unwin, Ridgway & Robey, and
Sampson-Smith. Instruction on differentiating original antique
Staffordshire dogs from modern reproduction are provided. The various
decorative treatments used on these popular dogs over the decades are
also discussed. Value codes are provided in every caption.