Emile Gallé Faience Model of a Cat

Description:

Emile Gallé Faience Model of a Cat, France, c. 1900, modeled seated and decorated with blue glazed hearts and spots against a yellow ground, inset glass eyes, signed E. Galle Nancy, ht. 13 in.
Estimate $1,500-2,000

Glaze chipped to the tips of each ear; back two legs broken through and with old repairs; 1 1/2" hairline to chest area.


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