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Vintage Ceramic Sleeping Cocker Spaniel Puppy Figurine — Mid-Century Brown Glaze Miniature

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Mid-Century (1940s–1960s) Porcelain / Ceramic Very Good
HDRF-VR-0002
Sweet dreams in ceramic. This darling little cocker spaniel puppy has curled up for a nap and shows no signs of waking. Hand-painted with warm brown and tan glazes, every detail invites a closer look — from the gently closed eyes with tiny lashes to the long, floppy ears splayed out beside oversized puppy paws. A charming example of mid-century ceramic craftsmanship, likely produced in the 1950s or 1960s.

Highlights

  • Vintage slip-cast ceramic cocker spaniel puppy in sleeping pose
  • Warm brown glaze with darker chocolate accents on ears, paws, and tail
  • Hand-painted facial details: closed eyes with lashes, small black nose
  • Unglazed base with vent hole and handwritten number
  • Miniature size — perfect for a shelf, curio cabinet, or nightstand

Condition

Very good vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age. Small spot of wear noted near the tip of the nose. Glaze is glossy and intact across the body. Base shows typical light scuffing from use. No chips, cracks, or repairs.
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Vintage Ceramic Sleeping Cocker Spaniel Puppy Figurine -- Mid-Century Brown Glaze Miniature

Circa 1950s – 1960s

Mid-Century Ceramic Miniature, Animal Figurine

The sleeping puppy figurine is one of the most enduringly popular forms in mid-century ceramic collecting. Japanese and American potteries both produced them in quantity during the 1950s and 1960s, and the best examples — like this one — capture something genuine about the subject: that universal moment of boneless, contented puppy relaxation that makes you instinctively lower your voice.

This cocker spaniel is curled into a tight ball, head resting on outstretched paws, eyes peacefully shut with tiny painted lashes. The warm brown glaze deepens to rich chocolate on the long floppy ears and curled tail, while lighter tan tones wash across the rounded body. The glaze has a soft sheen — glossy enough to catch the light, warm enough to feel approachable.

The unglazed base reveals the vent hole characteristic of slip-cast production and bears a handwritten number — a quiet trace of the hand that made it, likely a mold or batch identifier from the production floor. No maker’s mark identifies the manufacturer, but the quality of the modeling and the warmth of the glaze palette suggest a skilled production pottery, consistent with Japanese export ware of the period.

Materials Slip-cast ceramic with hand-painted brown, tan, and chocolate glaze, hand-painted black facial details, unglazed base with vent hole and handwritten production number
Care Dust with a soft dry cloth. If cleaning is needed, barely damp cloth only; dry thoroughly. The lashes and nose are the most delicate painted details. The unglazed base absorbs moisture — keep it dry.
From the Research Archives
vintagerose.us Catalog No. HDRF-VR-0002 • March 2026

Specifications

Dimensions
N/A
Weight
0.5 lbs
SKU
HDRF-VR-0002
There is something irresistible about a sleeping puppy — and whoever shaped this little cocker spaniel in clay understood that perfectly. Curled into a contented ball with its head resting on outstretched paws, eyes peacefully shut, this figurine captures that universal moment of pure, boneless puppy relaxation that makes you instinctively lower your voice and smile. The warm brown glaze deepens to rich chocolate on the long, floppy ears and curled tail, while lighter tan tones wash across the rounded body. Hand-painted details bring the face to life: delicate closed eyes with tiny lashes, a small black nose, and the unmistakable expression of a puppy who has played hard and earned every minute of this nap. The glaze has a lovely soft sheen — glossy enough to catch the light, warm enough to feel approachable rather than precious. This is a slip-cast ceramic piece, likely produced during the 1950s or 1960s when miniature animal figurines were enormously popular in American homes. The unglazed base reveals the characteristic vent hole of slip-cast production and bears a handwritten number — a quiet trace of the hand that made it. While no maker's mark identifies the manufacturer, the quality of the modeling and the warmth of the glaze palette suggest a skilled production pottery, possibly Japanese export ware of the period. At just a few inches long, this is the kind of piece that tucks perfectly onto a bookshelf, nestles into a curio cabinet, or perches on a nightstand where it can make you smile every morning. A lovely gift for any dog lover, cocker spaniel enthusiast, or collector of vintage ceramics.

Details

  • Type: Vintage ceramic figurine
  • Subject: Sleeping cocker spaniel puppy
  • Material: Slip-cast ceramic with hand-painted glaze
  • Colors: Warm brown, tan, chocolate brown accents, hand-painted black details
  • Era: Likely 1950s–1960s (mid-century)
  • Maker: Unknown / unmarked
  • Base: Unglazed with vent hole and handwritten number

Condition

Very good vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age. Small spot of wear noted near the tip of the nose. Glaze is glossy and intact across the body. Base shows typical light scuffing from use. No chips, cracks, or repairs.

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