"Polychrome terracotta Staffordshire Cavalier King Charles dog, late 19th century"

"polychrome terracotta staffordshire cavalier king charles dog late 19th" adorable hand-painted unglazed terracotta spaniel dog, in the style of the chinese fo dogs so popular at the end of the 19th century; the spaniel is resting its front paw on a large ball. This is an english work. Apart from a few small varnish spots, the piece is in very good condition, no chips or cracks. The object is rare. No other is available for documentation or purchase on the web. Dimensions height 13.5 cm length 12.5 cm width 8.5 cm weight 250 grams.