This item is the Border Fine Arts “Spring Lambing” Figurine, model JH6, part of the. All Creatures Great and Small. Collection inspired by the works of James Herriot. Handmade in Scotland and dated 1985, this beautifully sculpted piece depicts a tranquil countryside scene with a ewe and four lambs in a farmyard setting near a dry stone wall and wooden gate. The sculpture is mounted on an elegant wooden base and is signed Ayres on the back of the wall-referring to Ray Ayres, one of Border Fine Arts’ most prominent sculptors. Brand: Border Fine Arts. Series: All Creatures Great and SmallT. Model: JH6 – “Spring Lambing”. Artist: Ray Ayres (signature on the reverse). Material: Hand-painted resin on a wooden base. Origin: Handmade in Scotland. Base Label: Original foil sticker intact. 8.5″ wide × 6.5″ deep × 6.5 tall (estimated from visuals). Good condition overall with no major damage or repairs visible. Paint and sculpted detail are well preserved with no chips, cracks, or missing parts. Very light shelf wear to the base felt (as expected for age). Includes original green felt bottom and foil label. An excellent display piece for collectors of rural-themed art, sheep farming memorabilia, or Border Fine Arts figures. ? About Border Fine Arts & James Herriot Series. Border Fine Arts was founded in 1974 in Langholm, Scotland, and quickly became known for its detailed rural and wildlife sculptures. Each piece was hand-cast and hand-painted, capturing scenes of British countryside life with remarkable realism. This piece is part of the. All Creatures Great and SmallT. Series, inspired by the beloved veterinary tales of James Herriot, the pen name of Alf Wight. These figurines celebrate the everyday life of British farmers and animals with warmth and authenticity. Sculpted by Ray Ayres, a leading artist of the studio, this piece is a perfect example of the craftsmanship and emotional storytelling for which Border Fine Arts is renowned. ? Why Choose This Figurine? Highly collectible and signed by Ray Ayres. Part of a limited series inspired by James Herriot. Handmade in Scotland with quality and detail. Beautiful rural farmyard scene perfect for display. A thoughtful gift for animal lovers or collectors of British country life art.
