RARE STAFFORDSHIRE SALT-GLAZED STONEWARE FIGURE OF A SEATED DOG, CIRCA 1745-50

Sotheby's, London, Property of Mrs. Radcliffe, October 15, 1959, lot 92;
Sotheby's, New York, The Ira and Nancy Koger Collection, October 24, 1998, lot 1058.

There is an approximate 3 inch long section broken at the rimedge and restored back; the break issues two long haircracks running uopwards from the breakpoints, one running up all the way to the dog's ear. There is a separate short haircrack running upwards from the rim. His tail is restored.The blue is slightly is misfired and has firing-related white spots.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
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