Charming 19th century picture button, known as “Old Dobbin” showing a horse’s head with his face poking over the fence. Possibly based on the poem by Alfred Noyes or another poem by Eliza Cook - both reflecting on the fate of old horses past their useful life. Stamped brass, two-piece construction with brass back and raised hump shank. Backstamped: AP&CIE, PARIS - SOLIDAIRE BTE SGDG. Lovely collectable.

Size 1.1” (2.7 cm)