19th Century French Bronze Wax Seal Desk Stamp Figural Cat Sculpture by A. Marionnet

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Outstanding antique French gilt bronze figural wax seal, desk stamp, in the form of a cat on a tree stump. … more Outstanding antique French gilt bronze figural wax seal, desk stamp, in the form of a cat on a tree stump. Superb quality and expertly modeled with detailed realism. The casted solid bronze figure is fully dimensional and finely detailed. The cat is enhanced in silver gilding. Signed A. Marionnet for Albert Marionnet (French, 1852-1910). The matrix bearing a monogram of interlaced initials HM or MH. Measures 3 5/8” tall x 1 7/8" wide, the matrix measures 1" square. In overall good condition with general wear commensurate with age and use. less