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Figure of Dog

18th century (made)
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Place of origin

Figure of a dog (one of a pair), seated at attention, with gilded bells round their necks and alert, panting expression. Painted in a naturalistic manner with shiny red enamel over glaze, with green eyes.

Object details

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Object type
Materials and techniques
Porcelain painted in overglaze enamels and gilt
Brief description
Figure of dog (one of a pair), porcelain painted in overglaze enamels; China (Jingdezhen), Qing dynasty, 18th century
Physical description
Figure of a dog (one of a pair), seated at attention, with gilded bells round their necks and alert, panting expression. Painted in a naturalistic manner with shiny red enamel over glaze, with green eyes.
Dimensions
  • Height: 18.5cm
  • Length: 11.3cm
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Credit line
Given by Mr C. N. Ades, in memory of his wife Andrée
Object history
One of a pair, FE.11&A-1978.
Production
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Subject depicted
Collection
Accession number
FE.11-1978

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Record createdJune 25, 2009
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