Maker: Mike Hinton (English Studio Pottery) Material: Hand-painted Glazed Ceramic Subject: Sitting Calico / Tortoiseshell Cat

Condition Report:

• Overall: Excellent collectors condition.

• Integrity: No chips, cracks, or professional repairs.

• Glaze: Bright and glossy with no significant crazing or surface scratches.

• Markings: Fully hand-signed "Mike Hinton" to the base.

Measurements:

• Height: 8 inches (20.3 cm)

• Width: 5 3/4 inches (14.6 cm)

Key Features:

• A substantial, large-scale model that showcases Hinton’s ability to capture feline personality.

• Exceptional hand-painted detail, particularly around the face and eyes, which have a soulful, glassy depth.

• The variegated color palette of rust, black, and white makes this a unique studio piece; no two hand-painted Hinton cats are identical.

• A sought-after name for collectors of contemporary British animalier pottery.