Standing poodle

Art Historical Context

Standing Poodle, crafted by the United States Pottery between 1849 and 1858, is a charming earthenware figurine capturing the elegance of a poised poodle measuring 8½ x 9½ inches. Produced during a burgeoning era of American industrial pottery, this piece exemplifies the mid-th-century fascination with decorative animal sculptures, often placed on mantelpieces or shelves to adorn Victorian homes. Earthenware, fired at lower temperatures than porcelain, allowed for affordable, mass-produced ceramics with vibrant glazes and accessible designs—key to the company's output. This medium's rustic du...