Alphonse-Alexandre Arson (French, 1822-1895): A Bronze Doré Inkwell of a Cat 19th century The cat perched on a basket playfully batting at the mouse below, with glass insert, on lapis lazuli base. signed Arson and stamped 22 (at edge) height 4 in. (10.16 cm.); width 4 7/8 in. (12.25 cm.); depth 2 3/4 in. (6.98 cm.) Footnotes: Provenance John Walker Antiques, New York; Acquired by the current owner from the above, 6 February 1998. Literature Lerner, Sandy. Caticons: 4,000 Years of Art Imitating Cats, Ayrshire House Publishing, 2017, p. 255, 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