Up for auction/sale is a beautiful vintage 4-piece miniature Beswick Cat Band / Orchestra figurine set, meticulously crafted in Staffordshire, England. Designed by Arthur Gredington, this classic set features a traditional glossy grey-striped finish and dates from the mid-20th century (produced between 1945 and 1973).
This lot includes a complete quartet of musical felines:
• Cat Conductor / Singer (Model #1026) – Holding sheet music
• Cat Cello / Double Bass Player (Model #1027)
• Cat Violinist (Model #1028)
• Cat Saxophone / Clarinet Player (Model #1029)
Dimensions:
Each figure stands approximately 2 inches (5 cm) tall.
Condition:
Excellent vintage condition. Please inspect the high-resolution photos closely. There are no chips, cracks, or restorations to the delicate ears, tails, or instruments (the violin bow and saxophone neck are completely intact). A wonderful, clean set for any Beswick or cat collector.
Backstamps:
Features the authentic, incised "Beswick England" backstamp on the underside bases where applicable.