{"product_id":"vintage-franklin-mint-cobalt-blue-glass-cat-curio-cabinet-cats-1986","title":"Vintage Franklin Mint Cobalt Blue Glass Cat | Curio Cabinet Cats 1986","description":"A beautiful vintage Cobalt Blue glass cat from The Franklin Mint's wonderfully eclectic Curio Cabinet Cats Collection, dating to 1986.\n\nThis striking miniature cat has been formed from wonderfully rich, transparent cobalt-blue glass and depicts a relaxed feline reclining with its front paws stretched elegantly forwards and its large curled tail wrapped around its body.\n\nThe deep sapphire-blue glass positively glows when placed in the light, revealing the sculpted contours of the body, paws, face and curled tail.\n\nKnown as Franklin Mint's “Cobalt Blue” design, the piece was inspired by the historic tradition of richly coloured cobalt-blue glass, including the decorative glass associated with Bristol.\n\nThe underside retains its original circular label reading:\nTHE FRANKLIN MINT © 1986\n\nFranklin Mint's Curio Cabinet Cats Collection began in 1986 and eventually comprised 39 miniature cats across three collections, interpreting feline forms through a wonderfully diverse selection of materials and decorative traditions.\n\nA particularly attractive example from the collection and a lovely piece displayed where natural light can illuminate the intensely coloured glass.\n\nMaker: The Franklin Mint\nCollection: Curio Cabinet Cats\nDesign: Cobalt Blue\nDate: 1986\nMaterial: Cobalt-blue glass\nColour: Deep cobalt\/sapphire blue\nMark: Original Franklin Mint ©1986 label\nApproximate length: 8.5–9 cm \/ 3½ inches\nPlease refer to the measurement photograph for scale.\n\n*Condition*\n\nFrom the photographs, this example appears to be in very good vintage condition overall.\n\nThe cobalt glass remains beautifully bright and glossy and the original Franklin Mint label is still present underneath.\n\nI can see some light surface marks\/scratching to the underside, consistent with previous display.\n\nNo chips, cracks or repairs have been identified.\nMinor surface marks consistent with age and previous display may be present.\n\nPlease examine all photographs carefully as they form an important part of the description and condition report.\n\n*A Note from FS Vintage Co.*\n\nAll of our items are genuine vintage or antique pieces and have been loved throughout their lifetime. As such, signs of age and gentle wear should be expected and are considered part of their unique character and charm.\n\nWe do our very best to photograph and describe each item accurately, so please take a moment to look carefully at all photographs, as they form an important part of the description and condition report.\n\nIf you have any questions or would like any additional photographs before purchasing, please don’t hesitate to get in touch—we’re always happy to help.\n\nWe also believe in giving packaging a second life wherever possible, so your order may arrive using clean, recycled packaging materials to help reduce waste.\n\nYour order will be sent via Royal Mail Tracked 48, providing tracking from dispatch through to delivery.\n\nThank you so much for visiting FS Vintage Co. and supporting our small business—it truly means the world to us. We hope you find something special to treasure for years to come.","brand":"FS Vintage Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54824296448343,"sku":null,"price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1043\/5333\/3591\/files\/7847893d-il_fullxfull.8501408799_pqqd.jpg?v=1788124568","url":"https:\/\/fsvintagecompany.co.uk\/products\/vintage-franklin-mint-cobalt-blue-glass-cat-curio-cabinet-cats-1986","provider":"FS Vintage Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}