mid 18th century, removable head serves as drinking cup, approx. 9-1/2 x 5-3/4 x 6-3/4 in.
Provenance: Art Trading Ltd., New York, NY, November 12, 1984 (accompanied by receipt); An Important Atlanta Private Collection
Literature: Accompanied by copy of appraisal from Art Trading Ltd., New York, dating the bear to circa 1750. For a similar example, see The Illustrated Guide to Staffordshire Salt-Glazed Stoneware, 1971, fig. 228
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Art Trading Ltd., New York, NY, November 12, 1984 (accompanied by receipt); An Important Atlanta Private Collection
repair and retouch to one ear and tail of dog, lacking one link of chain which has been replaced with cord
Note: This is a rare form that has been subject to modern copies. We feel this example is 18th century. Please see detailed photos and make your own assessment.
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