Antique white saltglaze figure of a seated cat made in Staffordshire mid 18th century period England

£3300

Dated: 1750 Staffordshire England

A white saltglaze stoneware figure of a seated cat with the brown eyes. THis rare example is especially charming as it does not have the usual mouse suspended from its mouth. Plain saltglaze figures of this type are rare.

Dimensions: 5 inches high

Current Condition: Professionally restored chip and hairline.

Literature: Page 112 in Edwards and Hampson's work STONEWARE illustrates a similar piece from the famous Goldweitz Collection.

£3300    $4455

Description

A white saltglaze stoneware figure of a seated cat with the brown eyes. THis rare example is especially charming as it does not have the usual mouse suspended from its mouth. Plain saltglaze figures of this type are rare.

Additional information

Dimensions 5 in