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Otis, miniature ginger tabby Persian, cat art doll, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kitten by artist Max Bailey

Otis, miniature ginger Persian, cat art doll, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kitten by artist Max BaileyOtis is a handmade miniature original, one-of-a-kind ginger tabby Persian cat art doll, hand painted and hand sculpted in paperclay by artist Max Bailey.

Otis, miniature ginger Persian, cat art doll, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kitten by artist Max BaileyThis is Otis. He’s a ginger tabby Persian kitten who is very young, and still has blue eyes.

Otis, miniature ginger Persian, cat art doll, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kitten by artist Max BaileyOtis loves trains. He has a little wooden train set that he plays with for hours.

Otis, miniature ginger Persian, cat art doll, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kitten by artist Max BaileyOtis dreams of being a conductor on a train just like this one.

Otis, miniature ginger Persian, cat art doll, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kitten by artist Max BaileyHe loves the thought of calling, “All aboard,” and thinks about how he will cheerfully greet his passengers and attend to all of their needs.

Otis, miniature ginger Persian, cat art doll, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kitten by artist Max BaileyHe’ll check their tickets, and make sure he knows where they’re going.

Otis, miniature ginger Persian, cat art doll, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kitten by artist Max BaileyOtis will call out the name of each station in advance, and signal the engineer when to stop.

Otis, miniature ginger Persian, cat art doll, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kitten by artist Max BaileyHe’ll gently tap the passengers who have fallen asleep, and make sure they get off at the right stop with the right baggage.

Otis, miniature ginger Persian, cat art doll, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kitten by artist Max BaileyThen he’ll signal the engineer to start the train again.

Otis, miniature ginger Persian, cat art doll, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kitten by artist Max BaileyOtis wears blue and white striped overalls, and a pale yellow sweater. He comes with his train set, as he’d never go anywhere without it.

Otis, miniature ginger Persian, cat art doll, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kitten by artist Max BaileyOtis is a one-of-a-kind work of art, and is meant for display only. He was sculpted from paperclay in multiple stages, to allow for drying and detailing.

Otis, miniature ginger Persian, cat art doll, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kitten by artist Max BaileyOtis was painted under a magnifying light, with tiny brushes, one hair at a time. He is signed and sealed with matte varnish for protection and preservation, and comes with a certificate of authenticity.

Otis, miniature ginger Persian, cat art doll, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kitten by artist Max BaileyOtis is 1:12 scale. (One inch equals one foot.) He is 1 and 3/8 inches tall.

Otis, miniature ginger Persian, cat art doll, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kitten by artist Max BaileyOtis is available for $154.99. Please inquire to [email protected] 

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Dana and Dixie, miniature Siamese cat art dolls, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kittens by artist Max Bailey

Dana and Dixie miniature Siamese cat art dolls, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kittens by artist Max BaileyDana and Dixie are handmade miniature original, one-of-a-kind Siamese cat art dolls, hand painted and hand sculpted in paperclay by artist Max Bailey.

Dana and Dixie miniature Siamese cat art dolls, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kittens by artist Max BaileyDana is a Siamese kitten who looks after her little sister Dixie.

Dana and Dixie miniature Siamese cat art dolls, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kittens by artist Max BaileyDana will admit she would like to go off and do something on her own now and then, but Dixie always follows at her heels. It isn’t always easy being the big sister.

Dana and Dixie miniature Siamese cat art dolls, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kittens by artist Max BaileyDixie always wants whatever Dana has, including her fancy patio chair.

Dana and Dixie miniature Siamese cat art dolls, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kittens by artist Max BaileyTheir mother couldn’t find a small chair identical to Dana’s, but Dixie is quite happy with hers. She likes the swirly scrolls on the top.

Dana and Dixie miniature Siamese cat art dolls, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kittens by artist Max BaileyTogether, Dana and Dixie sit on the patio that looks out on the back yard.

Dana and Dixie miniature Siamese cat art dolls, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kittens by artist Max BaileyThey watch the birds and the butterflies, and listen to the breeze rustling through the trees in the woods behind them.

Dana and Dixie miniature Siamese cat art dolls, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kittens by artist Max BaileyDana is dressed in a blue dress. It has a ruffled coral collar edged in gold. Dixie’s dress is coral with a blue ruffled collar edged in gold.

Dana and Dixie miniature Siamese cat art dolls, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kittens by artist Max BaileyDana and Dixie are one-of-a-kind works of art, and are meant for display only. They were sculpted from paperclay in multiple stages, to allow for drying and detailing.

Dana and Dixie miniature Siamese cat art dolls, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kittens by artist Max BaileyDana and Dixie were painted under a magnifying light, with tiny brushes, one hair at a time.

Dana and Dixie miniature Siamese cat art dolls, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kittens by artist Max BaileyThey are signed and sealed with matte varnish for protection and preservation, and come with a certificate of authenticity.

Dana and Dixie miniature Siamese cat art dolls, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kittens by artist Max BaileyDana and Dixie are 1:12 scale. (One inch equals one foot.) Dana is 1 and 1/2 inches tall, not including her ears, and Dixie is 1 and 1/8 inches tall.

Dana and Dixie miniature Siamese cat art dolls, handmade original, one-of-a-kind kittens by artist Max BaileyDana and Dixie are available for $299.99. Please inquire to [email protected]

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Echo, Original One-of-a-kind Black-and-white Tuxedo Cat Art Doll by Max Bailey

Echo original one-of-a-kind black-and-white tuxedo cat art doll by artist Max Bailey

Echo, Original One-of-a-kind Black-and-white Tuxedo Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyEcho is a handmade original, one-of-a-kind black-and-white tuxedo cat art doll, hand painted and hand sculpted in paperclay by artist Max Bailey.

Echo is a beautiful tuxedo cat with big yellow eyes.

Echo, Original One-of-a-kind Black-and-white Tuxedo Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyEcho says everything twice, which is how she got her name.

Echo, Original One-of-a-kind Black-and-white Tuxedo Cat Art Doll by Max Bailey“I’m hungry,” Echo will say. “I’m hungry,” comes the echo.

Echo, Original One-of-a-kind Black-and-white Tuxedo Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyPerhaps she is afraid she won’t be heard if she says something only once, and it’s very important that she be heard.

Echo, Original One-of-a-kind Black-and-white Tuxedo Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyBecause she is such a sweet cat, Echo’s friends don’t really mind that she repeats herself. They wait patiently until she is finished before they respond. They accept that all kitties have their funny little ways, and love her just the same.

Echo, Original One-of-a-kind Black-and-white Tuxedo Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyToday Echo is repeating herself in a striking black pinafore with red star flowers and tiny daisies in blue and lavender. The bib and over the shoulder straps are ruffled in the same fabric. Under her pinafore she wears a country red blouse with blue collar and cuffs banded in gold.

Echo, Original One-of-a-kind Black-and-white Tuxedo Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyEcho has a black tail with a white tip. It emerges from white pantaloons. Her tights are blue, and over her kitty feet she wears black high-button shoes decorated with gold bands and gold buttons.

Echo, Original One-of-a-kind Black-and-white Tuxedo Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyEcho is a one-of-a-kind work of art, created from my own design and pattern. She is made from 100% cotton fabric which has been sewn, stuffed, and completely hand painted with acrylic paints. Her whiskers are made from stiffened cotton thread.

Echo, Original One-of-a-kind Black-and-white Tuxedo Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyEcho’s paws are needle-sculpted, and her arms are button-jointed so that she can pose. Her face was sculpted from paperclay smoothed into her fabric head.

Echo, Original One-of-a-kind Black-and-white Tuxedo Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyEcho’s curled tail enables her to sit proudly all by herself on a shelf or on a table, or in a cabinet. She can also sit on a chair or stand with a doll stand. (Chair and doll stand not included.) Echo is meant for display only.

Echo, Original One-of-a-kind Black-and-white Tuxedo Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyEcho is signed and sealed with matte varnish for protection and preservation. She is 8 and 1/2 inches tall.

Echo, Original One-of-a-kind Black-and-white Tuxedo Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyEcho is available for $299.99. Please inquire to [email protected]

Echo, Original One-of-a-kind Black-and-white Tuxedo Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyEcho’s tuxedo-cat boyfriend is Tommy, who can be found by clicking here.

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Ida, Original One-of-a-kind Gray-and-white Cat Art Doll by Max Bailey

Ida original one-of-a-kind gray-and-white cat art doll by artist Max Bailey

Ida, Original One-of-a-kind Gray-and-white Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyIda is a handmade original, one-of-a-kind gray-and-white anthropomorphic cat art doll, hand painted and hand sculpted in paperclay by artist Max Bailey.

Ida is a grey and white cat with yellow-green eyes and a pretty pink nose. She prides herself on being organized.

Ida, Original One-of-a-kind Gray-and-white Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyIda’s kitchen is as neat and clean as a kitchen could be. Her little cans of food are alphabetized by flavor and sit neatly in her cupboard. Her bowls are stacked according to size and color.

Ida, Original One-of-a-kind Gray-and-white Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyIda’s pinafores are all starched and pressed and arranged in the closet by color. Her shoes are clean and polished, and lined up under the pinafores with which she wears them.

Ida, Original One-of-a-kind Siamese and Gray-and-white Cat Art Dolls by Max BaileyIda holds choir practice at her house every Thursday evening. (She sings high soprano.) All choir members must bring their best voices and remove their shoes at the door. Ida is quite sure this practice of being barefoot will not only keep her floor clean, but will improve the tone of their voices.

Ida, Original One-of-a-kind Black and Gray-and-white Cat Art Dolls by Max BaileyIt appears that this is the case, as on Thursday nights, everyone in the town steps out onto their front porches to listen to the choir rehearsing. To date, there have been no complaints.

Ida, Original One-of-a-kind Gray-and-white Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyIda looks very nice today in her crisp white pinafore sprinkled with a pattern of blue roses and pale green leaves. With it she’s chosen to wear her white high-button shoes with scalloped tops and gold buttons. Her blue blouse has white bands around the collar and cuffs, edged in darker blue scalloped braid.

Ida, Original One-of-a-kind Gray-and-white Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyIda wears white pantaloons with pale blue polka dots, from which her grey kitty tail emerges. She’s as pretty as a summer day.

Ida, Original One-of-a-kind Gray-and-white Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyIda is an original one-of-a-kind work of art, created from my own design and pattern. She is made from 100% cotton fabric which has been sewn, stuffed, and completely hand painted with acrylic paints. Her whiskers are made from stiffened cotton thread.

Ida, Original One-of-a-kind Gray-and-white Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyIda’s paws are needle-sculpted, and her arms are button-jointed so that she can pose. Her face was sculpted from paperclay smoothed into her fabric head.

Ida, Original One-of-a-kind Gray-and-white Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyIda’s curled tail enables her to sit by herself on a shelf or a table, or in a cabinet. She can also sit on a chair, or stand with a doll stand. (Chair and doll stand not included.) Ida is meant for display only.

Ida, Original One-of-a-kind Gray-and-white Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyIda is signed and sealed with matte varnish for protection and preservation. She is 8 and 1/2 inches tall.

Ida, Original One-of-a-kind Gray-and-white Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyIda is available for $299.99. Please inquire to [email protected]

Ida, Original One-of-a-kind Gray-and-white Cat Art Doll by Max BaileyIda’s cat friends are Cleo the Siamese cat, and Lucinda the black cat.