1985 Cat's Meow Village Edinburgh Times Tintype Studio - Series III #0307-01

Description

View 1985 Cat's Meow Village Edinburgh Times Tintype Studio - Series III #0307-01 with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. As part of the foundationalSeries III, it captures the charm of small-town Ohio history with the iconic folk-art style collectors love. These studios are now photographers.". Early Series III Rarity: Released in 1985, this is a "Blue Label" era favorite that has been retired for decades. Vintage 1985 Cat’s Meow Village: Edinburgh Times – Tintype Studio Shelf Sitter Series III | Catalog #0307-01 | Hand-Signed & Dated '87 Bring a piece of early Cat’s Meow history to your shelf! This 1985 Edinburgh Times - Tintype Studio  is a quintessential example of Faline Jones’s early work. As part of the foundational Series III , it captures the charm of small-town Ohio history with the iconic folk-art style collectors love. The Story Behind the Piece In the official Cat’s Meow catalog, founder Faline Jones shares the personal inspiration for this building: "Edinburgh was the name for what now is Apple Creek, Ohio, where I grew up. The tintype studio was just a sign of the times. These studios are now photographers." Why This Piece is Special: Early Series III Rarity: Released in 1985, this is a "Blue Label" era favorite that has been retired for decades. Hand-Signed & Dated: While the copyright is 1985, this specific piece features a hand-signed signature and an '87 date on the side, adding significant provenance for serious collectors. Casper Spotted: The famous black cat mascot, Casper, can be seen sitting patiently on the front porch step! American Made: Hand-crafted in Wooster, Ohio, by FJ Designs. Item Details: Brand: Cat’s Meow Village Title: Edinburgh Times / Tintype Studio Catalog Number: 0307-01 Year of Release: 1985 Production Date: 1987 (Hand-dated) Material: Screen-printed wood Dimensions: Approx. 3.5" x 4.5" (Standard shelf-sitter depth) Condition: This vintage piece is in excellent condition with crisp screen printing and bright colors. As a hand-crafted wooden item from the 1980s, it features natural wood grain textures that make it unique. Please see the high-resolution photos for a close-up look at the signature and Casper’s placement. Ships quickly and with care via USPS Ground Advantage to ensure it arrives safely at its new home! Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Holiday & Seasonal › Villages & Houses. Brand: Cat's Meow Village.

Artist

Faline Jones

Antique

No

Character

Casper

Signed By

Faline

Occasion

All Occasions

Signed

Yes

Color

Multicolor

Material

Wood

Year Manufactured

1985

Subject

Photography Studio

Brand

Cat's Meow Village

Department

Adults

Type

House

Era

Late 20th Century (1970-1999)

Packaging

Unboxed

Original/Reproduction

Original

Collection

Series III

Theme

Periods & Styles, Historical Buildings, Americana

Style

American

Features

Retired

Time Period Manufactured

1980-1989

Room

Any Room

Character Family

The Cat's Meow Village

Handmade

Yes