Mid-Century English Staffordshire-Style Spaghettiware Poodles, Pair — 4¾ Inches Tall

A charming pair of mid-20th-century English poodle figurines, styled after the classic Victorian Staffordshire hearth dogs. Standing 4¾ inches tall, these little companions have a wonderfully decorative presence, with textured coats, painted facial details, and gilded collars accented by hanging locket- or bell-style charms.

Their distinctive spaghettiware decoration uses fine strands of applied clay to create the appearance of curly poodle fur. The raised texture gives their coats delightful depth and dimension, while the painted faces and gold accents lend each figure its own endearing personality. Together, they capture the playful charm of traditional Staffordshire-style dogs in a petite, easily displayed pair.

Lovely on a mantel, nestled into a bookcase, or displayed among other English ceramics, these poodles bring character to any corner. Their textured coats offer a beautiful contrast to smooth porcelain, polished silver, and warm wood, making them especially appealing in a varied collection.

The bases bear a stamped circular mark containing what appears to be a “half V,” together with “Made in England” and an impressed model number reading “12/2B.”

Origin: England.
Period: Mid-20th century, circa 1940s–1950s.
Style: Staffordshire-style poodles with applied spaghettiware decoration.
Details: Painted facial features, gilded collars, and hanging charm details.
Height: 4¾ inches each.
Markings: Circular “half V” mark, “Made in England,” and impressed “12/2B.”
Includes: Two poodle figurines.