
Blanc de chine Bolognese terrier, modeled about 1860 after the original by Johann Joachim Kandler, impressed 2880, and having an early blue underglaze crossed swords mark. The original is said to be ordered by Madame Pompadour around 1760. This spritely breed was a favorite in the European courts. No damage or repairs. Germany, c.1860.
9-1/4” height11” long
5” wide