Finely painted, sculpted, German porcelain match holder. The cat is fun and imaginative with its basket that will hold matches. Useful and decorative.White porcelain molded figure of a walking cat that sports a top hat, tails, and walking stick. The cat is exquisitely painted by hand. The eyes are so fine and delicate, as are the whiskers, nose and mouth. He carries a basket on his back that will hold matches. The foot ring is unglazed but the base is. There is a hole in the base for drainage of slip and for possibly firing.There are no marks or labels.MEASUREMENTS 6 ??a€ (15.9 cm) tall x 3a€ (7.6 cm) deep x 2 ??a€ (6.4 cm) wide. Weighs 8.6 oz (245 g)CONDITION There are no cracks, chips, or breaks. There are a couple of black spots inside the basket that are kiln flaws.A fantastical, humorous, whimsical figurine of a gentleman cat. The German porcelains are unique and exquisitely made.Item ID: Por-1170