1973 Second Place D.C. Armory Dog Show Trophy Plaque by Merle kid cup exquisitely crafted object that I

exquisitely crafted object that I find unbelievably beautiful and powerful

so might hang it

it has a tight-fitting

is that he likely  lived in Stratford

and then two banded patterns around the neck

1973 Second Place D.C. Armory Dog Show Trophy Plaque by Merle kid cup exquisitely crafted object that IJust a fun one. I am not great with dog species, but I think this is a Rottweiler, and I would guess a portrait of the specific Rottweiler who took second place in the 1973 National Capital "Open Dog" Competition. It appears to be hand painted porcelain, glued I believe to the wooden plaque, and I think would make a pretty nice addition to a wall of dog portraits (or second place prizes!) 7 1 8" x 5" x 7 8" and in great vintage condition. Signed on