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Very collectable stoneware pig. Is it a boar? Is it a sow? I’ve decided the latter, so I refer to this beautiful beast in the pronouns ‘she’ and ‘her’. From the highly acclaimed ‘Wildlife Studio Bellingham Northumberland’ range, this outstanding ornamental animal was purchased in the 1980s from a classy home furnishing store in Tottenham Court Road, London. She is cleverly carved - very realistic - from her proud, defiant, upstanding ears to her determinedly curled tail - she strikes a most commanding pose. This delightful object is smooth and cool to the touch (quite therapeutic to hold and stroke). She is solid and very weighty, hence I had in mind to use her as a doorstopper, but the noticeable look of indignation on her face left me in no doubt that such a place was far beneath her dignity - thus, for 30 years she has occupied peak position on my display shelf. I call her ‘Proud Pig.’ She’s also an excellent paperweight - will reign supremely as queen of your desk - likewise does well as a single-handed bookend. As with all Wildlife Studio carvings, she’s perfectly polished, with that recognisable rustic, tanned patina (use of light and dark shading to enhance every crease in the skin or fold in the flesh - as demonstrated in her wrinkled snout), leaving nothing to the imagination. In pristine condition - not a chip - not a crack. Felt-covered base, bearing official ‘Wildlife Studio’ sticker. Going for a tiny fraction of price paid 30 years ago (now vintage - sought-after collectible). Nearly a foot in height and nearly 18 inches in circumference at her widest point. I can meet firm buyer at any mutually convenient London location, or item can be courier delivered - buyer to cover delivery cost, please.