Figurine Crouching Cat, black earthenware, Ćmielów, Poland, 1960s
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The 'Crouching Cat' figurine, produced by the Chodzież Porcelain and Earthenware Factory in the 1960s, is made of stoneware with a smooth, precisely shaped surface and simplified, geometric proportions. The form depicts an elongated cat in a poised, tense pose with a tucked tail. The predominant color is a dense, glossy black with a mirror-like finish, enhanced by hand-painted white accents on the back, tail, and head that simulate the sheen and texture of feline fur. The eyes are stylized with a white, abstract line, echoing a minimalist artistic approach. The underside bears the factory mark: 'Chodzież, MADE IN POLAND.' The item is in very good condition, with no visible damage or wear—paintwork is fully intact and clear.This figurine captures the voice of the Polish mid-century modern era: the cat’s form, reduced to soft arcs and contrasting patches, evokes the restraint and playfulness typical of 1960s design, where simplicity met a subtle touch of whimsy. The bold gloss of black and expressive white detail conjure the spirit of Polish ceramics’ modernist avant-garde, transforming an everyday motif into a piece of artistic character. The animal shape, treated freely and with a hint of cinematic flair, suggests movement and tension, as if the cat is frozen just before it springs.This type of piece can be displayed on a modern living room shelf, highlighting the dramatic interplay of black and white against noble textures such as glass or wood veneer, or placed within an eclectic collector's cabinet alongside other 1960s ceramics and minimalist stone sculpture. It may be paired with a light background to underscore its graphic form, or situated on a dark tabletop as a subtle sculptural accent. The figurine suits both modernist spaces and interiors enriched with contemporary details inspired by vintage aesthetics.
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Height6 cm
Width5 cm
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Width5 cm
Height6 cm
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