An English Silvered Bronze Figural Inkstand of Puss in Boots late 19th century A fierce expression, with arms extended in a triumphant pose, with a mouse hanging from the waist-belt and the cape's collar decorated with pigeon heads, on brass base. height 8 1/2 in. (21.6 cm.); base diameter 4 7/8 in. (12.38 cm.) Footnotes: Provenance Christie's, South Kensington, Furniture and Works of Art, 3 February 1993, Lot 155; 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. 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