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Border Fine Arts “Shepherd with Collie Dog” Figurine – Ayres 1987 – with a Certificate. Brand: Border Fine Arts. Collection: Classic Craftsmanship in Sculpture. Title: Shepherd with Collie Dog (Country Life Collection). Artist: Ayres (signature visible on stone base). Year: 1987 (marked on base). Material: Hand-painted cold-cast resin/ceramic composite. Base: Polished wooden oval display plinth. Dimensions: Approximately 7.5 inches in height (19-20 cm). Young shepherd in traditional attire with walking stick. Border Collie/sheep dog companion. Detailed stone wall setting. Green cap and traditional country clothing. Green felt base with authentication label. A minor chip is visible on right ear of the dog. Paintwork: Well-preserved with clear details and vibrant colors. Base: Wooden plinth in perfect condition. It shows a different code on it. Felt Base: Original green protective base intact. ?? About Border Fine Arts: Border Fine Arts was established in Scotland in 1974, becoming renowned for their highly detailed sculptures depicting rural life, countryside scenes, and wildlife. Their pieces are crafted with remarkable attention to detail, capturing the essence of traditional rural British culture. In this piece, the artist Ayres (whose signature appears on a stone in the base) has beautifully depicted a young shepherd with his faithful collie dog atop a traditional Scottish stone wall. This figurine represents an authentic slice of country life, showcasing the timeless bond between a shepherd and his working dog – a relationship that has been central to rural farming communities for centuries. The meticulous detailing in the stone wall construction, the shepherd’s period clothing, and the realistic portrayal of the border collie demonstrate the exceptional craftsmanship for which Border Fine Arts became renowned. Each Border Fine Arts piece is handmade and hand-painted in Scotland, making it a genuine collectible with unique characteristics. The included certificate of authenticity confirms this is a genuine piece crafted by the skilled artisans of Border Fine Arts, Scotland.

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There is only this ONE drawing in the world. I profoundly believe deep, intuitive understanding is the result of my work. PAINTING INCLUDES: MY HEART AND SOUL, BLOOD, SWEAT AND TEARS!

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NOTE: We utilize recycled packaging in an effort to reduce waste, as such, your items may come in a used box, envelope and used polystyrene to protect your item. And every effort will be made to ensure it arrives safely and timely. Please find details of listed item below. ITEM DESCRIPTION: &####127775;Beautiful Chalkware Ceramic Art Deco 1930’s School Boy Figurine 40cm X 43cm&####127775. CONDITION: Good condition with age and use related marks. Few hairline cracks, few paint nicks and small chip on German shepherd back leg apart from that it’s great condition.. Please refer to all the photographs as they are an important part other condition report. Shows some wear consistent with age and use. SIZE: approx 40cm height and 43 cm length. I do not clean or polish my items because I prefer to sell them in the original vintage condition then you can decide to clean to your own preference I like my buyers to see what they looked like when I bought them. (Please just use any given measurements as a rough guide). Please note that with any vintage items, retro or hand-made /finished pottery there may be some irregularities to the glaze and vintage items may show small traces of wear and slight glaze crazing or age related wear. Please be assured that if there is any damage (chips/cracks/tears) to an item, I would detail it in the description. Please study the item photos as they do form part of the description and please note that image colours may vary slightly depending on your screen resolution. All items are packed with due care and diligence to avoid any transit damage.

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