{"product_id":"rare-m-leadbetter-1978-80-painted-stone-animals-seal-wood-mouse-harvest-mouse","title":"Rare M. Leadbetter 1978-80 Painted Stone Animals Seal, Wood Mouse, Harvest Mouse","description":"\u003cp style=\"\\'word-wrap:\" break-word\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Used\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"\\'word-wrap:\" break-word\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good condition overall. Some surface rubbing and minor scuffs visible on close inspection, typical of age. The paint remains vivid and detailed, and there are no major chips or cracks\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unbranded\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Figurine\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multi\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stone\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Animals\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Animals\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime Period Manufactured:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1970-1979\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"113\" data-end=\"415\"\u003eThis unique collection includes three beautifully hand-painted stone figurines by artist \u003cstrong data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"219\"\u003eM. Leadbetter\u003c\/strong\u003e from Cornwall, dated \u003cstrong data-start=\"241\" data-end=\"258\"\u003e1978 and 1980\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each piece transforms a natural stone into a lifelike animal figure through detailed and realistic painting, showcasing both artistic skill and creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"417\" data-end=\"695\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"417\" data-end=\"544\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"419\" data-end=\"544\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"438\"\u003eRinged Seal\u003c\/strong\u003e (dated '78) is the largest piece, featuring a gentle, expressive face and carefully rendered fur pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"545\" data-end=\"695\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"547\" data-end=\"695\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"565\"\u003eWood Mouse\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"570\" data-end=\"587\"\u003eHarvest Mouse\u003c\/strong\u003e (dated '80) are smaller, equally charming with intricate brushwork capturing their tiny forms and textures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"697\" data-end=\"924\"\u003eEach figurine is painted directly onto a natural river stone and finished with a protective gloss. Green felt bottoms protect display surfaces, and the artist's name, location (Cornwall), and dates are handwritten on the bases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"949\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Unbranded","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54184110686555,"sku":null,"price":27.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0936\/4986\/3003\/files\/57_44f44115-743b-416f-9772-7ffef3669384.jpg?v=1790283985","url":"https:\/\/gifteduk.com\/products\/rare-m-leadbetter-1978-80-painted-stone-animals-seal-wood-mouse-harvest-mouse","provider":"Gifted UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}