Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century

Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century

£400.00
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Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century
  • Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century
  • Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century
  • Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century
  • Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century
  • Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century
  • Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century
  • Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century
  • Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century
  • Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century
  • Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century
  • Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century
  • Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century
  • Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century
  • Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century
  • Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century
  • Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century
  • Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century
  • Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century
  • Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century
  • Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century
Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century

Rare Chelsea Porcelain Cat and Kitten Miniature, late 18th century

£400.00
A rare porcelain miniature group depicting a seated spotted cat with her kitten resting closely at her feet. The scene is intimate and quietly expressive, intended for close appreciation in collectors' cabinets, on writing desks, or within refined domestic interiors.

In the late 18th century, Chelsea porcelain was admired for its lively modelling and its ability to translate natural observation into decorative form. Animal subjects were especially popular, and cats, associated with domestic comfort and alertness, were particularly appealing. The modelling here is soft and assured, with freely applied black spotting that gives the figures individuality and a natural sense of life.

The oval base is finished as a deep cobalt-blue "cushion" with a fine gilt band to the edge, creating an attractive contrast with the white porcelain.

A gilt anchor mark, traditionally associated with Chelsea porcelain, is present and supports a late 18th-century dating. This miniature group represents an attractive and uncommon example of Chelsea animal porcelain in cabinet scale.

Measurements
Height: 7.2 cm
Width: 6.6 cm
Depth: 3.4 cm

Condition
Excellent.

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The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance.

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