{"product_id":"royal-copenhagen-dachshund-puppy-dog-chasing-tail-figurine-1407-vintage-1920s","title":"Vintage Royal Copenhagen Dachshund Puppy Figurine — No. 1407 | Olaf Mathiesen, c.1925","description":"\u003ch2\u003eVintage Royal Copenhagen Dachshund Puppy Figurine — No. 1407 | Olaf Mathiesen, c.1925\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn exceptionally charming, authentic early-century Danish porcelain figurine, hand-painted in a glossy, muted underglaze palette by the renowned Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Manufactory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe body features a beautifully executed, playful dachshund puppy contorted mid-action as it chases its own tail, capturing floppy ears and a wrinkled brow. This striking animalier sculpture showcases the iconic soft grey and brown tones characteristic of classic Danish porcelain artistry, perfectly embodying the expert craftsmanship of the early 20th-century European porcelain movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally sculpted by the celebrated artist Olaf Mathiesen, this particular casting features factory markings that date its production precisely to the interwar period, making it a wonderful addition for serious collectors of antique Scandinavian porcelain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMaker's Marks \u0026amp; Stampings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe underpaw carries authentic maker's markings applied directly to the porcelain, alongside original hand-painted studio details:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory Stamp:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stamped green Royal Copenhagen crown with a lowercase \"e\" positioned to the right, establishing the precise historical era\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel \u0026amp; Pattern Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"1238 \/ 1407\" painted in the centre, identifying the specific shape and glaze decoration schema\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrademark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three iconic hand-painted underglaze blue waves, symbolising Denmark's primary waterways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-painted painter's signature number \"12\" to the right of the waves, confirming original studio hand-decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBatch Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stamped number \"1907\" near the outer edge of the paw pad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufactured circa 1923–1934\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-painted fine porcelain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1407\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Olaf Mathiesen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7cm (approx. 2.75\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10cm (approx. 4.0\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 196g (6.93 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent vintage display condition with character consistent with its unique production history. We describe condition honestly so you know exactly what you are buying:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlaze \u0026amp; Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Displays a brilliant, highly reflective factory glaze with minimal surface wear — no dulling or scratching to the porcelain body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e The subtle, tonal hand-painted underglaze colours remain exceptionally smooth and visually striking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepairs:\u003c\/strong\u003e No restoration, repairs, or touch-ups of any kind — 100% original throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStructure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free from active chips, hairline cracks, flea bites, or hidden flaws. The body is entirely sound, the ears are immaculate, and the base sits perfectly flat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease inspect all photographs closely to verify condition details — the item pictured is the exact piece you will receive.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage Royal Copenhagen Dachshund Puppy Figurine, c.1925\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtective tissue paper packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSent via Royal Mail Tracked — fully tracked, insured, and signature required on delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Westbourne Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54400977764699,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1035\/4835\/4907\/files\/GlossyCurledPuppyCeramicFigurine.png?v=1792245475","url":"https:\/\/westbourneantiques.com\/products\/royal-copenhagen-dachshund-puppy-dog-chasing-tail-figurine-1407-vintage-1920s","provider":"Westbourne Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}