{"product_id":"hand-carved-mid-century-folk-cat","title":"Hand Carved Mid-Century Folk Cat","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis hand-carved wooden cat figurine is a classic example of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emid-century decorative folk art\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, dating to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1960s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe piece is characteristic of the 1960s, a decade when stylised, elongated, and whimsical animal figurines were exceptionally popular in home decor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt falls under the umbrella of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid-Century Modern (MCM) decorative arts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This specific \"long-neck\" or stylized aesthetic was a common design trend during this era. This piece is a playful, kitschy accent for a bookshelf, kitchen ledge and desk. This piece is about 50cm tall, ideal size. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand carved wooden figures of this type were often produced in regions known for artisan woodworking and export-oriented folk art. They were designed to highlight the natural material while utilizing painted finishes—often in vibrant or contrasting patterns like the tiger stripes seen here—to add personality and visual interest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighly collectible today, typically for their retro charm and the distinct \"big-eyed\" expression that define the aesthetic of that period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esho Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47800844910769,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0676\/5772\/8177\/files\/BC19A855-6915-4F46-8705-C496CA771501.png?v=1785568994","url":"https:\/\/eshogallery.com\/products\/hand-carved-mid-century-folk-cat","provider":"Esho Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}