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Fri, May 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 193

Small Cast Bronze Figurine of a Seated Cat

Estimate: $30 - $10,000

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Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,500 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $1,000
$10,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
This is a cast metal figurine of a seated cat, modeled in a formal, upright posture with the tail wrapped around its right side. The item is manufactured from a heavy copper-based alloy, most likely bronze, and finished with a dark brown to black chemical patina. Wear is evident on the high points of the sculpture, including the ears, snout, and paws, revealing the underlying lighter golden-toned metal. Traces of greenish verdigris oxidation are visible within the recessed areas of the ears and at the base. The underside shows horizontal file marks from the finishing process and contains several hand-incised marks; a distinct X is visible near the center, while other nearby markings are worn and illegible. The piece is consistent with early to mid-20th-century animalier decorative arts.

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