This large hand-painted terra cotta cat sculpture is a striking and expressive decorative piece, stamped MADE IN ITALY on the base. Standing an impressive 18 inches tall, the cat features an elegant seated form with elongated proportions and a charming, stylized expression.
The surface is richly decorated with hand-painted botanical and floral motifs in shades of green, chartreuse, black, and cobalt blue over a soft, creamy glaze. Visible brushwork, glaze pooling, and natural variation throughout the surface highlight the handmade nature of the piece. In several areas, the terra cotta body is faintly visible beneath the glaze — this is not damage, but a normal and desirable characteristic of hand-painted, hand-glazed pottery.
With its generous scale and folk-art character, this cat makes a wonderful statement piece on a hearth, console table, floor display, or within an eclectic, bohemian, or maximalist interior.
MAKER / ORIGIN
Stamped MADE IN ITALY
Maker unknown
Likely mid–late 20th century
CONDITION
Good vintage condition overall. There is one small chip along the bottom edge on the backside, consistent with age and handmade terra cotta. The glaze shows intentional variation and surface texture typical of artisan pottery. Please review all photos carefully, as they are part of the description.
MEASUREMENTS
Height – 18 inches
Length – 10 inches
Width – 7.50 inches
MATERIAL
Hand-painted glazed terra cotta
