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BELINDA AND BOBO by Max Bailey (already adopted)
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Max Bailey Belinda and BoBo Original Mother and Kitten Art Doll
Every morning, Belinda bundles up her little baby boy, and takes him for a walk through the neighborhood.  With the greatest pride, she shows him to her neighbors.  She politely, and with much sincerity, asks for their opinions.
Max Bailey Belinda and BoBo Original Tabby Mother and Kitten Art Doll
“Is he not the most beautiful baby you have ever seen? Is he not more beautiful than the moon and all the stars in the heavens?” Belinda asks.

Max Bailey Belinda and BoBo Original Tabby Mother and Kitten Art Doll

“Surely he is”, they reply, and they nod and smile in agreement.
Max Bailey Belinda and BoBo Original Tabby Mother and Kitten Art Doll
“Does he not have the brightest little eyes and the cutest little whiskers?” she asks.
Max Bailey Belinda and boBo Original Tabby Mother and Kitten Art Doll
”Oh yes indeed, Belinda”, they reply.
Max Bailey Belinda and BoBo Original Tabby Mother and Kitten Art Doll
“Does he not have the prettiest little pink nose?” she wants to know.
Max Bailey Belinda and BoBo Original Tabby Mother and Kitten Art Doll
“Beyond any doubt at all”, they answer.
Max Bailey Belinda and BoBo Original Tabby Mother and Kitten Art Doll
BoBo loves his morning walks.  He basks in the sunshine, and in the compliments. If you look carefully, you might see his tiny smile. If you listen quietly, you might hear him purring.
Max Bailey Belinda and BoBo Original Tabby Mother and Kitten Art Doll
Belinda is a tabby and white cat, as is her kitten BoBo.  They have yellow eyes with a touch of green.  Belinda’s old-fashioned dress is soft yellow with a pattern of pale blue flowers.  The blue collar and cuffs with lace edging, match her blue apron, which ties in a big bow at the back.  Her white petticoats swirl in a pattern beneath the bottom of her skirt.
Max Bailey Belinda and BoBo Original Tabby Mother and Kitten Art Doll
Max Bailey Belinda and BoBo Original Tabby Mother and Kitten Art Doll
BoBo is tucked into a sage green blanket decorated with the moon and stars.  Only his head and one little white paw are showing.
Max Bailey Belinda and BoBo Original Tabby Mother and Kitten Art Doll
I hand sculpted Belinda and BoBo from paperclay, and used stiffened cotton thread for their whiskers. They are original one-of-a-kind works of art, meant for display only. No molds are ever used in my work. They are completely hand painted with acrylic paints, then signed and dated with matte varnish for protection and preservation.
Max Bailey Belinda and BoBo Original Tabby Mother and Kitten Art Doll

Belinda rests firmly on a turned wooden base, with a rustic wood grain, which has been sealed in golden oak. She stands 9 ½ inches tall.

Max Bailey Belinda and BoBo Original Tabby Mother and Kitten Art Doll
Many hours go into the making of each of my dolls.  I strongly believe in fine craftsmanship and artistry, and I pay great attention to small details.  Each doll is a unique work of art, and I am able to produce them in only a very limited number.  I  do my best to create little dolls with big personalities because that is what I love to do.
Max Bailey Original Siamese and Tabby Cat Art Dolls
All the dolls shown on this page have been adopted.  
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