Whisk Broom Appraisal

Dog Head Handle Whisk Broom

This item is a whisk broom featuring a decorative handle in the anthropomorphic form of a dog's head. The handle is made of glazed ceramic or porcelain, depicting a brown and black German Shepherd-type dog with alert ears, brown and black fur markings, white eye highlights set against a lighter brown base color, a black nose, a black outline around the mouth area, and a prominent red tongue sticking out slightly. The dog's head is attached to a collar, which is depicted in black with a silver or white buckle-like detail. Below the collar, the natural straw or plant fiber bristles flare outwards, forming the functional whisk broom. The bristles are a light tan or golden brown color typical of natural broom fibers. The overall size appears relatively small, suitable for dusting perhaps a table or other surfaces. There are no visible maker's marks or signatures from the image provided. Determining the precise age or style period is challenging without additional information, but the style of the ceramic head suggests it could potentially be from the mid to late 20th century. The condition seems generally good based on the image, with no apparent chips or cracks on the ceramic head and the bristles appearing intact, though some minor wear or patina might be present upon closer inspection. The craftsmanship of the ceramic head is moderately detailed, with hand-painted features giving it a somewhat whimsical appearance. The item combines a functional purpose with a decorative element, making it a novelty cleaning tool.