{"product_id":"vintage-1980-terracotta-blacksmith-figurine-by-sculptor-leslie-fishleigh","title":"Vintage 1980 Terracotta 'Blacksmith' Figurine – by Sculptor Leslie Fishleigh","description":"The sculptor is Leslie Fishleigh, a British ceramic artist, known for creating detailed, traditional figurative works in terracotta and clay during the latter half of the 20th century.\n\nA Rare and Captivating Work of 20th-Century British Studio Pottery\nThis striking terracotta sculpture depicts a traditional blacksmith at work, a masterful study of human form and traditional craft. Hand-modeled in monochrome terracotta, the piece captures incredible detail, from the physical strain of the blacksmith to the heavy textures of the anvil and hammer.\nKey Features:\nArtist: Signed \"L Fishleigh\" on the base.\nDate: Clearly dated 1980, making it a definitive piece from this era of British figurative sculpture.\nSubject: A classic \"Village Blacksmith\" theme, celebrating heritage trades and craftsmanship.\nMaterial: Authentic, porous terracotta with a rich, earthy ochre-red tone and a tactile, unglazed finish.\nStyle: Realistic and expressive.\nCondition:\nExcellent.  No chips or cracks.  Please examine photos for detail.  \nDimensions:\nHeight: 8.5\"\nThis is not a mass-produced item but a signed studio work, a one-off. It is a perfect centerpiece for collectors of vintage folk art, industrial-themed decor, or traditional British ceramics.","brand":"BsHiveDesign","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57402790936908,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1053\/8726\/2284\/files\/33d20610-il_fullxfull.7752962418_jbav.jpg?v=1777401618","url":"https:\/\/bshivedesign.co.uk\/products\/vintage-1980-terracotta-blacksmith-figurine-by-sculptor-leslie-fishleigh","provider":"BsHiveDesign","version":"1.0","type":"link"}