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Rookwood Pottery 1995 Louise Abel Seated Bear Figurine 6485 Limited Edition
Brand: Rookwood Pottery
Material: Ceramic, Pottery
Production Year: 1995
Mold Number: 6485
Original Designer: Louise Abel
Pattern / Model: Abel Bear / Seated Polar Bear
Finish: Matte White
Subject: Bear
Edition: Limited Edition 34 / 500
Country of Manufacture: United States
Approximate Dimensions:
Height: 4 1/4 inches
Width: 3 1/2 inches
Depth: 4 1/2 inches
Vintage Rookwood Pottery seated bear paperweight figurine rendered in a clean matte white glaze. Originally modeled in 1934 by celebrated Rookwood sculptor Louise Abel, this piece was issued as an authentic limited edition in 1995 under the ownership of Arthur Townley, who produced small, strictly controlled batches using original vintage Rookwood molds.
Limited Edition Verification:
The limited edition status is confirmed by the hand-incised markings visible on the underside of the base. It features the handwritten fractional numbering 34 / 500, designating this piece as number 34 from a strictly capped production run of only 500 pieces, unlike standard open-production releases.
Base Markings:
Impressed Rookwood reverse RP flame logo
Hand-incised: 1995
Mold Number: 6485
Hand-numbered limited edition: 34 / 500
Three protective cork feet intact
Condition:
Excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, crazing, fleabites, or repairs. The matte surface is clean and well-preserved. Please don’t hesitate to ask any questions you may have and thank you for looking.
