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Hedda and Hopper, Original One-of-a-kind Calico Cat Art Doll with a White Rabbit by Max Bailey

Hedda Original One-of-a-kind Calico Cat Art Doll by Max Bailey

Hedda and Hopper, Original One-of-a-kind Calico Cat with a White Rabbit Art Doll by Max BaileyHedda is a handmade original, one-of-a-kind calico cat art doll, hand painted and hand sculpted in paperclay by artist Max Bailey. Hopper is her white rabbit.

This is Hedda. She and Hopper the bunny are the best of friends. She’s a calico cat with watchful green eyes. He’s a white bunny with inquisitive blue eyes. They see everything that everybody is doing.

Hedda and Hopper, Original One-of-a-kind Calico Cat with a White Rabbit Art Doll by Max BaileyHedda and Hopper also have big ears. They listen to anything anybody says. There are no secrets these two don’t know.

Hedda and Hopper, Original One-of-a-kind Calico Cat with a White Rabbit Art Doll by Max BaileyIf there is something (or a bit of nothing) you would like to know, they would be happy to tell you about it. They provide this very valuable service for no charge, which is somewhat less than the cost of a newspaper.

Hedda and Hopper, Original One-of-a-kind Calico Cat with a White Rabbit Art Doll by Max BaileyWho was invited to Lulu’s party? What did Samantha name her new kittens? Who bought that pretty dress that was in the shop window…the one with the big bow in front? They know.

Hedda and Hopper, Original One-of-a-kind Calico Cat with a White Rabbit Art Doll by Max Bailey

Hedda and Hopper, Original One-of-a-kind Calico Cat with a White Rabbit Art Doll by Max BaileyHedda is wearing that soft yellow and orange dress, with the big bow and a ruffle that frames her pretty face. Her arms are button jointed with antique looking metal buttons of filigreed gold on black, so she can easily pose.

Hedda and Hopper, Original One-of-a-kind Calico Cat with a White Rabbit Art Doll by Max BaileyHer blouse is cream colored with yellow cuffs, painted on, as are her white bloomers with yellow polka dots, and her two-toned high button shoes. She’s an original one-of-a-kind work of art created from my own design and pattern, and is made from 100% cotton fabric which I sewed, stuffed, and completely hand painted with acrylic paints. I made her dress from 100% cotton fabric, and it too is created from my own design and pattern.

Hedda and Hopper, Original One-of-a-kind Calico Cat with a White Rabbit Art Doll by Max BaileyHedda is 13 inches tall. Her face was sculpted from paperclay smoothed into her fabric head, and her stiffened pearl cotton whiskers were threaded through the paperclay before it dried.

Hedda and Hopper, Original One-of-a-kind Calico Cat with a White Rabbit Art Doll by Max Bailey

Hedda and Hopper, Original One-of-a-kind Calico Cat with a White Rabbit Art Doll by Max BaileyHopper the white bunny is made of wood. I painted his eyes a brilliant blue and coordinated his colors to match those in Hedda’s dress. He’s about 4 ½ inches long and 2 inches wide.

Hedda and Hopper, Original One-of-a-kind Calico Cat with a White Rabbit Art Doll by Max Bailey

Hedda and Hopper, Original One-of-a-kind Calico Cat with a White Rabbit Art Doll by Max BaileyHedda’s curly tail allows her to sit up all by herself on a shelf or a table, or in a cabinet. She can also sit in a chair or stand with a doll stand. (Chair and doll stand not included.)

Hedda and Hopper, Original One-of-a-kind Calico Cat with a White Rabbit Art Doll by Max BaileyShe is signed and dated, and sealed with matte varnish for protection and preservation. Hedda and Hopper are one-of-a-kind original works of art and are meant for display only. They come with a hang tag, a certificate of authenticity, and a copy of her story.

Hedda and Hopper, Original One-of-a-kind Calico Cat with a White Rabbit Art Doll by Max BaileyHedda and Hopper are available for $950.00. Please inquire to ruffings@ruffings.com

Hedda and Hopper, Original One-of-a-kind Calico Cat with a White Rabbit Art Doll by Max Bailey

Ginger and George, Crabby Alice and Ruthie, and Hedda and Hopper, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Dolls by Max BaileyHedda and Hopper’s friends are Ginger and George (left) and Crabby Alice and Ruthie (center).

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Ginger and George, tabby cat handmade original art doll with gingham alligator, by Max Bailey

Ginger and George, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Tabby Cat Doll with Alligator by Max BaileyThis is Ginger. Ginger is an orange and white tabby, and she’s a country cat. On summer nights, Ginger loves to sit on the porch in her wicker chair and listen to the crickets and the katydids.

Ginger and George, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Tabby Cat Doll with Alligator by Max BaileyOn pleasant fall days, she loves to walk through the dried leaves and hear them crunch and crackle under her shoes.

Ginger and George, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Tabby Cat Doll with Alligator by Max BaileyGinger loves gingham dresses, especially this one, with its ruffling ruffle and long sash that she ties in a pretty bow in the back.

Ginger and George, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Tabby Cat Doll with Alligator by Max BaileyShe also loves George, her gingham alligator. When she takes George out for a walk, all the chickens go clucking and running to the other side of the barnyard. She thinks maybe that’s because they don’t like the clatter George’s wooden wheels make as they roll over the pebbles by the back door.

Ginger and George, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Tabby Cat Doll with Alligator by Max BaileyGinger 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 is sewn, stuffed, and completely hand painted with acrylic paints. She is 13 inches tall.

Ginger and George, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Tabby Cat Doll with Alligator by Max BaileyI sculpted Ginger’s face from paperclay, which I smoothed into her fabric head. Her pearl cotton whiskers were threaded through the paperclay before it dried. I made her gingham dress from 100% cotton fabric, from my own design and pattern.

Ginger and George, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Tabby Cat Doll with Alligator by Max BaileyGinger is very accommodating. Her curly white-tipped tail supports her very well, so she will sit very prettily all by herself on a shelf or a table, or in a cabinet. She will also happily sit in a chair, or stand with a doll stand. (Doll stand not included.) Her arms are button-jointed.

Ginger and George, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Tabby Cat Doll with Alligator by Max BaileyGinger’s white on white polka dot bloomers are painted on, as are her striped tights, and the high-button scuffed up shoes that cover her kitty feet.

George, One-of-a-kind Folk Art Gingham Alligator by Max BaileyGeorge is made of wood. I painted him with my best version of green and white gingham, and gave him droopy eyelids and sleepy yellow eyes. He’s about 7 inches long and about 2 inches wide.

George, One-of-a-kind Folk Art Gingham Alligator by Max BaileyGinger is signed and dated, and sealed with matte varnish for protection and preservation. Ginger and George are original works of art and are meant for display only.

Ginger and George, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Tabby Cat Doll with Alligator by Max BaileyUpdate: Ginger and George have already been adopted. Thank you!

Ginger and George, Crabby Alice and Ruthie, and Hedda and Hopper, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Cat Dolls by Max BaileyGinger and George’s friends are Crabby Alice and Ruthie (above center) and Hedda and Hopper (above right).

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Sunny the Tuxedo Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max Bailey

Sunny the Tuxedo Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max BaileyThis is Sunny the tuxedo cat, named for his happy disposition and his round yellow eyes. Sunny is a good-natured and obedient cat. He’ll always come when he’s called if he feels like it.

Sunny the Tuxedo Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max Bailey

Sunny the Tuxedo Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max BaileySunny’s favorite toy is a painted wooden car. He got it for Christmas and hasn’t parted with it since. It has porthole windows in the front, and little passengers in the back. When Sunny grows up, he wants to be a fisherman, or maybe a taxicab driver.

Sunny the Tuxedo Cat's Toy Car by Max Bailey

Sunny the Tuxedo Cat's Toy Car by Max Bailey

Sunny the Tuxedo Cat's Toy Car by Max BaileySunny is 13 inches tall. He’s wearing blue and white striped overalls with a big sun blanket-stitched onto the bib with orange embroidery thread. It matches the sun on the hood of his blue and orange car, which is 3 and 3/4 inches long.

Sunny the Tuxedo Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max Bailey

Sunny the Tuxedo Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max BaileyHe wears a bright yellow shirt with blue collar and cuffs, and white undershorts with blue polka dots. His socks have blue and orange checkered tops, and his little kitty feet are covered by brown lace-up boots. His arms are button-jointed. When he raises them you can see his black toes, and the white tufts of hair that curl around and in between them. His paws are needle sculpted.

Sunny the Tuxedo Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max Bailey

Sunny the Tuxedo Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max BaileySunny is an original one-of-a-kind work of art, created from my own design and pattern. He is made from 100% cotton fabric which is sewn, stuffed, and completely hand-painted with acrylic paints. I sculpted the front of his face from paperclay, which I smoothed into the fabric. His wiry whiskers are made from stiffened pearl cotton, threaded through the clay before it dried. Sunny is meant for display only.

Sunny the Tuxedo Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max Bailey

Sunny the Tuxedo Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max BaileyHe is signed and dated, and sealed with matte varnish for protection and preservation.

Sunny the Tuxedo Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max BaileySunny can sit up all by himself. His white-tipped curly tail supports him nicely. He can also sit on a chair, or stand with a doll stand. (Chair and doll stand not included.)

Sunny the Tuxedo Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max Bailey

Sunny the Tuxedo Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max BaileyUpdate: Sunny and his toy car have already been adopted. Thank you!

Sunny the Tuxedo Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max Bailey

Sunny the Tuxedo Cat, Original One-of-a-kind Folk Art Doll by Max Bailey

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Daphne, Original One-of-a-kind Tabby Cat Folk Art Doll by Max Bailey

tabby cat art doll in a magenta, orange, and purple striped dress, sitting

Daphne charms everyone she meets.

tabby cat art doll in a magenta, orange, and purple striped dress

With her sweet little tabby cat face, and her big trusting yellow-green eyes, she has an air of total innocence.

She’s shy and unassuming, but she will happily raise her paw to show you her favorite glass fish bracelet.

yellow fish bracelet
tabby cat art doll in a magenta, orange, and purple striped dress

Watch out for Daphne, or she’ll steal your heart away.

tabby cat art doll in a magenta, orange, and purple striped dress
tabby cat art doll in a magenta, orange, and purple striped dress

Daphne is an original one-of-a-kind work of art, made from 100% cotton fabric which is sewn, stuffed, and completely hand-painted with acrylic paints.  She is 13 inches tall.

tabby cat art doll in a magenta, orange, and purple striped dress
tabby cat art doll in a magenta, orange, and purple striped dress

I sculpted the front of her face from paper clay, which I smoothed into the fabric.  Her whiskers are made from stiffened pearl cotton, threaded through the clay before it dried.

Her arms are button-jointed, and her paws are needle-sculpted.  I painted her fur in a multitude of tabby colors…silver gray, buff, ivory, gold, and black.

Her pinafore is made from colorful fabric striped in orange, gold, purple, rose, and magenta.  I painted her collar and cuffs to match the magenta stripe, and her tights to match the purple stripe.  Her kitty feet are covered with ivory high-button shoes that have decorative toes and gold buttons.

hand-painted white high top boots

Daphne is signed and dated, and sealed with matte varnish for protection and preservation.

tabby cat art doll in a magenta, orange, and purple striped dress

Daphne can sit upright all by herself.  Her tail supports her very nicely.  She can also sit on a chair, or stand with a doll stand.  (Chair and doll stand not included.)  Daphne can even sit on the couch.  She’s very good at watching TV.

tabby cat art doll in a magenta, orange, and purple striped dress
tabby cat art doll with button joints and white high top boots

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. 

Update: Daphne has been adopted. Thank you!