Antoine Bofill (Spanish, 1875-1921): A Silvered Bronze Automobile Mascot of Puss in Boots circa 1910 signed BoFill with foundry stamp MAM (to base) on wood base model height 6 in. (15.24 cm.); width 2 1/4 in. (5.71 cm.); depth 2 5/8 in. (6.67 cm.) including base, height 8 1/4 in. (20.95 cm.); diameter 6 1/4 in. (15.87 cm.) Footnotes: Provenance Bonhams & Butterfields, San Francisco, An Important Sale of Collectors' Motorcars and Automobilia, 18 August 2006, Lot 268; Acquired by the current owner from the above. Literature Lerner, Sandy. Caticons: 4,000 Years of Art Imitating Cats, Ayrshire House Publishing, 2017, p. 169, illustrated. The enduring tale of Puss in Boots first appeared in The Facetious Nights of Straparola (circa 1550-1553) by Italian author Giovanni Francesco Straparola. In this fairytale, Puss in Boots is described as a clever scheming cat who cons his way into fortune and marriage to a princess. The story was later immortalized by the French writer Charles Perrault in his celebrated 1697 adaptation, ensuring its place within the canon of European fairy tales. Over the centuries, Puss in Boots has continued to captivate audiences through countless literary, theatrical, and cinematic reinterpretations, most notably as the charismatic swashbuckling hero of DreamWorks' Shrek franchise (2001-present). Puss in Boots' charming demeanor continues to garner interest nearly half a millennium on, a testament to the timeless appeal of charm and imagination. Condition reports are not provided in catalog descriptions. The absence of a condition report does not guarantee that the lot is in good condition or free from damage and wear. We encourage you to request a condition report and/or additional photos prior to bidding on any lot. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing