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The Pekingese, a favourite among ladies, is, in spite of its small size, a very brave dog and will stand up to the largest dog without showing fear. The breed has been known for some thousands of years in China where it was held in great esteem by the mandarins and high officials of the Court. Many examples of ancient Chinese pottery and interior decoration bear reproductions of a dog so similar to the present Pekingese that it is practically certain that the country of its origin was China.
1936 DOGS - First SERIES OF 48 No 13 ISSUED BY GALLAHER
The Chinese bred dogs at an early period, the long-coated Pekinese Lap or Sleeve-Dogs appearing in sculptures of the 8th century. When large sleeves became fashionable the demand arose for Sleeve-Dogs of various colours, eight varieties being bred in the Imperial Palace. During the 19th cent, the Empress kept nearly a hundred of these pets, which were jealously guarded. After the war of 1860 specimens were brought to England to Queen Victoria. The Pekinese is hardy, plucky. decorative and companionable, and has character and personality.
1929 DOGS HEADS - No 20 in a series of 50, issued by Players
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A dignified, strong-willed little toy dog. Head massive, with broad, flat skull and deep depression between eyes. Eyes dark, large, round and prominent. Ears long and well-feathered. Muzzle short, broad and wrinkled. Forelegs heavy and bowed at elbow. Hind legs firmly-muscled and shapely. Body strong and compact. Coat long, straight and flat; long feather on thighs, legs, tail and toes; there should also be a profuse mane. Tail curled and carried over loins. Side-to-side rock in movement, very typical. Colour: red, fawn, black, black-and-tan. sable, brindle, white and parti-coloured; black muzzles, spectacles and lines to ears desirable.
1937 DOGS - No 20 in a series of 50, issued by Wills
This breed is of very ancient origin and first became popular in China about the 8th century of the Christian era. They were known as lion-dogs and as sleeve-dogs, and their history is intimately connected with the Imperial Court of China. About 1860, specimens from the Imperial Palace in Peking were brought to England, and one of them was presented to Queen Victoria. To-day the Pekingese is probably the most fashionable ladies' dog. The head should be large, broad and square and the tail curled over the back and profusely feathered. All colours are allowable. Weight: the smaller the better. Where classes at shows are divided by weight these are for over 10 lb. and under 10 lb.
1931 DOGS - No 22 in a series of 50, issued by Players
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