A majestic 1940s Britains Zoo tiger in hand painted lead, with a powerful pose, naturalistic colouring and an impressive 8 cm length that gives this larger scale figure real presence.
Made by Britains Ltd as part of the Zoo Series, this beautifully formed tiger reflects the skill involved in recreating wild animals in miniature. The elongated body, strong stance and carefully modelled features give the figure a convincing sense of movement and strength.
Its larger scale makes this particularly impressive amongst the Britains animal figures. At 8 cm long and 4 cm high, the tiger has a substantial presence while retaining the character and craftsmanship of an original lead figure.
The hand painted finish has developed some natural paint loss and aged patina over the decades, adding to its sense of authenticity without detracting from the strong overall form. There is something especially appealing about seeing such a powerful animal reduced to this beautifully compact scale.
A handsome and distinctive Britains Zoo figure, capturing the strength and presence of the tiger with remarkable character.
Details
Type: Zoo animal figure
Maker: Britains Ltd
Series: Zoo Series
Era: 1940s
Material: Hand painted lead
Character: Tiger
Scale: Larger scale figure
Dimensions
Height: 4 cm
Length: 8 cm
Width: 2 cm
Condition
Excellent vintage display condition with some paint loss consistent with age. Structurally sound. Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the description.
Please note
Original vintage lead figure intended for adult display only. Not suitable for children due to its age, material and small parts.
Shipping
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