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Robia Ware Antique Springer Spaniel
Antique Robia Ware chalkware Springer Spaniel. Glass eyes; very heavy, almost feels like cement, (maybe plaster mixed with cement; it is not the lighter weight, newer chalkware.) I came across an identical dog at an antique store; the dog had an old foil label on it with the manufacture info. The difference was that the dog at the shop was a bit lighter in weight and the eyes were painted, not glass. So, my dog is much older. The company is called: Roman Art Co., Inc. St. Louis MO., Robia Ware, c: 1907. That company was famous for their animal and religious items. They went out of biz in 1974. My dog is missing the foil label and has some paint loss, especially where the old label or price tag must have been near its tail. It has some age/wear, but he still displays good. Almost 8 tall x 6 long. As is, as found. I have another one that matches this dog except it is a bit smaller in size, (male & female?); and it also has the glass eyes and is heavy. Age estimate: 1920's or earlier. If you want both dogs, let me know and I'll adjust the weight and price. They'd be attractive on each end of a breakfront, fireplace or nightstands. 8/09csgs
Circa: 1907
Manufacturer: Roman Art Co. Inc.
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