Cat 1745 - 1755

This Whieldon type ceramic cat, dating from 1745-1755, is a charming example of English Staffordshire pottery. This figurine, created in the style of Josiah Whieldon, who was a renowned potter, is a testament to the popularity of animal figures during the 18th century. The piece, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases the distinctive brown and white mottled glaze known as “tortoise-shell” that was characteristic of Whieldon’s work. The cat’s lifelike posture and the detail of its features contribute to the charm of this small yet compelling sculpture.