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Dachsund dog by Duron – 6073

The search site Worthpoint lists an auction (see auction details) back in 2012 that has two dogs, one a ‘stylised dachsund dog. I … More

Chalkware wall plaque

Wall plaque by Duron – 6106

A good example of a Duron wall plaque using the same style as markings as the Pair of wall plaques by … More

Chalkware wall plaque

Ice Skater by Duron – 6098

Owing to the style of the piece and the product number 6098, this is a Duron, but I have no … More

Black chalkware figurine lamp

Lady table lamp – Reg 893599

This is a piece by Nieri that was registered on 24th September 1959.

Black chalkware figurine

Lady bust by Menesini – Reg 892773

This is another piece that could easily be mistaken for a DURON. The design shape and finishing, with the red … More

Black chalkware bust

Ornament by Paoli – Reg 892088

This is in a series of 3 designs registered at the same time. 892087 was never completed, but 892089 is … More

Raw chalkware figurine

Lady sitting by Duron – Reg 892003

Update Aug 2017 – I found the design image registered with the British Trade department. It shows a lady sitting … More

Raw chalkware figurine of a camel

Camel by Duron – Reg 892001

I don’t have any information on this piece, other than it is a camel under the Duron design by Löhnberg. … More

Raw chalkware figurine of a giraffe

Giraffe by Duron – Reg 892000

Update – Aug 2017. Found the original design images at the National Archives in Kew Gardens, London. This piece turns … More

Black chalkware wall plaques

Wall plaques by Duron – Reg 891997

[September 2021] – Maybe these pieces are also Durons? They have numbers 6100, 6102 and 6103 written on them 16/9/2019 … More

Black chalkware figurine

Kneeling Lady – Reg 891993 / 6090

[September 2021] – Many thanks to Barrie Freeman for getting in touch and sending me some images of this piece … More

Black chalkware figurine

Pan pipes by Paoli – Reg 891974 / 33.

This was a very recent find, with thanks to Worthpoint, which has excellent search facilities. I was able to confirm that … More

Black chalkware figurine

Lady bust by Paoli – Reg 891906 / Nos 29

This is a very well finished lady bust by Paoli with great additional detailing on the headband, bracelet and earrings. … More

Black chalkware figurine

Drummer by Menesini – Reg 890461 / CL103

This piece was by Menesini. As per other pieces, the grass skirt was added after the painting/lacquering process. Do you … More

Black chalkware figurine of a poodle

Poodle by Duron – Reg 885744 / 6039?

This is the 7th piece in an 8-piece collection of animal figurines registered under the DURON brand by Löhnberg. The … More

Raw chalkware figurine

Lady figurine by Paoli – Reg 891802

This figurine was certified on 9th April 1959 by Alfredo and Giovanni Paoli. Although the original design image was of … More

Raw chalkware figurines

Busts by Paoli – Reg 887414 / B.L. 16

Another good example from Alfredo and Giovanni Paoli which was registered on 17th April 1958 as ‘a pair of mantel … More

Raw chalkware figurine

Sitting down statue by Paoli – Reg 887286

I can’t decide if this is a male or female figurine, but I am going to opt for the former … More

Raw chalkware figurine

Sitting lady bust by Paoli – Reg 887285

This design by Paoli Bros. was registered on 17th March 1958 as ‘a mantel ornament’ and although not from the … More

Black chalkware figurine

Lady bust by Duron – Reg 886945 / 6067

This is another example of a Duron, given the product code 6067 and the familiar features. However, this registration application … More

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