Lot Essay
Pug breeds originated in China, and then became fashionable amongst the European elite after the House of Orange adopted the pug as its official dog in the 17th century
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FIRST QUARTER 19TH CENTURY
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A PAIR OF PUG DOG CANDLEHOLDERS
FIRST QUARTER 19TH CENTURY
The pups reclining in mirror image with heads held up, their jaws open revealing pink tongues, their light sepia coats with washy black and gilt markings, "Canton famille rose" decorated candleholders
7 in. (17.8 cm.) wide (2)
FIRST QUARTER 19TH CENTURY
The pups reclining in mirror image with heads held up, their jaws open revealing pink tongues, their light sepia coats with washy black and gilt markings, "Canton famille rose" decorated candleholders
7 in. (17.8 cm.) wide (2)