Sale 5686
London
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31 October 1996
Price realised
GBP 2,300
Estimate
A large glazed earthenware cat Designed by Louis Wain, 1920s Modelled with typically formalised features, hollow to form a vase 10in. (25.4cm.) high Incised signature Louis Wain on the body, impressed mark Reg. No. 637128, stamped and stencilled Made in England
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