{"product_id":"rare-m-leadbetter-197880-painted-stone-animals-seal-wood-mouse-harvest-mouse","title":"Rare M. Leadbetter 197880 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\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e M. Leadbetter\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOccasion:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Occasions\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stone\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear Manufactured:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1978\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multicoloured\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e M. Leadbetter\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Figurine\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber in Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Animals\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Animation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal\/Reproduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stone\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Any Room\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp datastart=\"113\" dataend=\"415\"\u003eThis unique collection includes three beautifully handpainted stone figurines by artist \u003cstrong datastart=\"202\" dataend=\"219\"\u003eM. Leadbetter\u003c\/strong\u003e from Cornwall, dated \u003cstrong datastart=\"241\" dataend=\"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 datastart=\"417\" dataend=\"695\"\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"417\" dataend=\"544\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"419\" dataend=\"544\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong datastart=\"423\" dataend=\"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 datastart=\"545\" dataend=\"695\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"547\" dataend=\"695\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong datastart=\"551\" dataend=\"565\"\u003eWood Mouse\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong datastart=\"570\" dataend=\"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 datastart=\"697\" dataend=\"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 datastart=\"926\" dataend=\"949\"\u003e \u003cstrong datastart=\"929\" dataend=\"949\"\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul datastart=\"951\" dataend=\"1359\"\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"951\" dataend=\"978\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"953\" dataend=\"978\"\u003e\u003cstrong datastart=\"953\" dataend=\"963\"\u003eArtist\u003c\/strong\u003e: M. Leadbetter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"979\" dataend=\"1017\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"981\" dataend=\"1017\"\u003e\u003cstrong datastart=\"981\" dataend=\"991\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Cornwall, United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"1018\" dataend=\"1076\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"1020\" dataend=\"1076\"\u003e\u003cstrong datastart=\"1020\" dataend=\"1030\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/strong\u003e: Acrylicpainted natural stone with felt base\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"1077\" dataend=\"1207\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"1079\" dataend=\"1092\"\u003e\u003cstrong datastart=\"1079\" dataend=\"1091\"\u003eSubjects\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul datastart=\"1095\" dataend=\"1207\"\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"1095\" dataend=\"1130\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"1097\" dataend=\"1130\"\u003eRinged Seal (signed \u0026amp; dated 1978)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"1133\" dataend=\"1167\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"1135\" dataend=\"1167\"\u003eWood Mouse (signed \u0026amp; dated 1980)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"1170\" dataend=\"1207\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"1172\" dataend=\"1207\"\u003eHarvest Mouse (signed \u0026amp; dated 1980)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"1208\" dataend=\"1249\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"1210\" dataend=\"1249\"\u003e\u003cstrong datastart=\"1210\" dataend=\"1231\"\u003eWeight (combined)\u003c\/strong\u003e: 788 grams approx\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"1250\" dataend=\"1359\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"1252\" dataend=\"1261\"\u003e\u003cstrong datastart=\"1252\" dataend=\"1260\"\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul datastart=\"1264\" dataend=\"1359\"\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"1264\" dataend=\"1302\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"1266\" dataend=\"1302\"\u003eRinged Seal: ~5 in long, ~5 cm tall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"1305\" dataend=\"1329\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"1307\" dataend=\"1329\"\u003eWood Mouse: ~6 cm long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"1332\" dataend=\"1359\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"1334\" dataend=\"1359\"\u003eHarvest Mouse: ~4 cm long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"1361\" dataend=\"1563\"\u003e \u003cstrong datastart=\"1364\" dataend=\"1378\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nGood 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\n\u003cp datastart=\"1565\" dataend=\"2045\"\u003e️ \u003cstrong datastart=\"1569\" dataend=\"1597\"\u003eAbout the Artist \u0026amp; Work:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nM. Leadbetter is known for transforming found natural stones into endearing animal portraits, popular among collectors for their whimsy and craftsmanship. Each piece is oneofakind, turning humble river rocks into miniature wildlife sculptures. These figurines are both decorative and collectible, suitable for animal lovers, fans of folk art, or anyone seeking a distinctive handmade item from Cornwall’s artistic scene of the late 1970s–1980s.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"M. 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