Limited Edition Bronze Dachshund Pair by Michael Simpson. April birthstone

Limited Edition Bronze Dachshund Pair by Michael Simpson. April birthstoneGood things come in small packages, like the cute Dachshund dog. They also often come in pairs, as in this gorgeous sculpture by Michael Simpson. It is easy to see why Michael's sculptures are so popular, he has a keen eye for the form and character of the animal he is modelling, be it wildlife or a Dachshund. Michael studied in Staffordshire and was inspired by the traditions of pottery in Stoke on Trent. As a result of this he sometimes works in

Turquoise is the birthstone for December and is a symbol of friendship

and it is 1 cm wide at its widest point

Strutting about

handmade in England

mixed with lovely bright colours

He was most famous for his Art Nouveau designs

Total drop measures 4 cm

It is a wonderful way to show off the most precious of your little photographs

set with shimmering marcasite stones

molded directly from a fern leaf

(code 1253)

These two obviously spend hours playing together and having the occasional snuggle