Spongeware Spaniel Doorstop, Midwestern origin, probably Ohio, late 19th century
November 3, 2012 Stoneware Auction
Lot #: 335
Price Realized: $1,955.00
($1,700 hammer, plus 15% buyer's premium)
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Spongeware Spaniel Doorstop, Midwestern origin, probably Ohio, late 19th century, molded in the form of a seated spaniel on platform base, the surface decorated with heavy cobalt sponging over a whitish ground. Excellent color. Excellent, essentially as-made condition with two faint lines on top of base. H 8 3/4".
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