Royal Crown Derby Imari Cat, English Bone China Cat, Blue Red Gold Cat Decor, Bookshelf Cat, Collector Gift order

This gorgeous cat figurine is an English bone china collector paperweight exquisitely made by Royal Crown Derby. It is hand painted in amazing detail in the Imari style- "Imari" is a Western term for a brightly colored style of painting which originated centuries ago in Japan. Large quantities of porcelain goods such as this were exported to Europe in the 17th and 18th centuries. This one was produced in the 1980s because all these centuries later we still appreciate these beautiful things originally created by skilled artisans.

This tabby cat is vintage, yet is in new condition with no chips, cracks or loss of any of the gold gilding. The white porcelain has been hand painted with cobalt and cerulean blues and deep orange, with refined gold gilded "fur" painted with painstaking detailed accuracy.

This regal cat stands 5.25" high and the base measures 2.75" x 2". She would be a most purr-fect gift for anyone who loves or collects cats! (Hurry and buy it before I keep it for myself, as I am one of those!)

On the bottom is a gold stopper bearing the raised Royal Crown Derby logo.

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Just a Note:
A lot of order time goes into the research and posting of each item to make sure I am accurate about origin, age, and rarity. I always strive to notice and disclose any imperfections that go beyond normal use and age. I encourage questions about any of my items, so please look carefully at the photos and contact me if you require information or additional photos before purchasing. I want you to feel a connection to your item and love your purchase!

The nature of vintage and antique items is that they have been loved and used by people in times past. There are several reasons we love vintage items- because they remind us of those days or people now gone, because they are part of our history, or because the design and craftsmanship can't be found in contemporary items, and never will be again. Vintage items always have character and value, and as such should not be judged by the same criteria as something manufactured in recent years. That said, I try to curate items that have been displayed in china cabinets or may be gently used but still make a good appearance. Curating these things is a labor of love!