Royal Bayreuth Black Cat and Dog Novelty Creamers Set

Royal Bayreuth's novelty creamers are among the most avidly collected of all antique porcelain novelties, and the black cat and dog set, with its expressive animal forms, deep black colouring, and vivid orange interior accents, is one of the more striking examples of the genre.

Made by Royal Bayreuth of Bavaria, Germany, circa 1890 to 1910, this set of two novelty creamers takes the form of a black cat and a black dog, each modelled with considerable character and finished with orange interior accents that create a dramatic contrast with the deep black exterior. Royal Bayreuth produced novelty creamers in an extraordinary range of animal and figural forms during this period, and the quality of the modelling and the richness of the finish on the best examples, including this set, is well above the standard of comparable novelty wares from other manufacturers. Sets in matched condition from this period are increasingly difficult to source.

• Maker: Royal Bayreuth, Bavaria, Germany
• Set: Two pieces, cat and dog
• Dimensions: 12.5 cm (H) x 12 cm (W)
• Condition: Visible condition as shown in images
• Features: Black animal forms, orange interior accents, novelty creamer design
• Period: Circa 1890 to 1910
• SKU: CBD-0056

A matched antique set in a consistently sought-after Royal Bayreuth novelty form. Collectors of Royal Bayreuth or antique porcelain novelties will find this a strong addition to any cabinet display.