Lot 412a: A Collection of Beswick Glazed Ceramic Siamese Cat Figurines
A collection of glazed ceramic Siamese cat figurines manufactured by John Beswick Ltd, England. The group includes several models in characteristic seal point colouring with bright blue eyes and a high-gloss glaze. The collection features a large standing cat with a prominent arched back and upright tail, identified as Beswick model number 1882, and a large reclining cat identified as Beswick model number 1559. The assortment also contains multiple pairs of kittens in various huddled and seated poses, including models consistent with Beswick number 1296, along with a single hunched kitten figurine. The pieces exhibit the distinctive naturalistic modelling and shaded glaze work associated with the manufacturer. Some items bear temporary auction or inventory labels, including orange rectangular stickers marked 412A and a white sticker marked 14 14.
Condition report:
The collection appears in good overall condition. No visible chips, cracks, or professional repairs. The glaze remains bright and clear across all pieces with no evidence of significant crazing.
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