Vintage 1990's Artisan Folk Art Hand-Painted Cloth Cat Doll

Bring a touch of whimsical Victorian charm to your shelf with this beautifully hand-painted folk art cat doll. This "Grand dame" of the kitty world features a meticulously hand-detailed calico face with expressive blue eyes and delicate eyelashes. She is dressed for a gala in a shimmering red iridescent taffeta-style gown, accented with a plush black faux-feather collar and ruby-toned beaded drop pendant. This is a true artisan piece, likely from the "shabby chic" or "primitive" boutique era of the 1990s. While she shows her age, her personality remains unmatched. Item Details & Features: • Artistry: Hand-painted face (not a transfer) on a sturdy cream-colored cloth body. • Attire: Triple-tiered ruffled gown with lace trim, matching black velvet-style slippers with red bows, and a matching black velvet drawstring muff/handbag. • Style: Primitive / Victorian Revival / Cottagecore. • Size: Approximately 18 inches (large shelf-sitter). Condition Note (Please Read): This lovely lady is being sold in "Fair/Rescue" condition, perfect for a collector who appreciates a "well-loved" vintage aesthetic: • Dress: There is significant splitting of the delicate red fabric along the back seam and under the arm (see photos). • Head: There is a vertical trail of glue residue/old repair on the back of the head (hidden when displayed from the front). • General: Some loose threads and uneven hand-stitching on the limbs consistent with handmade artisan construction.