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Ceramic Arts Studio Betty Harrington Design Fighting Stallion Lightning 5 5/8" Figurine 1947-1956

ITEM DESCRIPTION

This Ceramic Arts Studio Betty Harrington Design Fighting Stallion “Lightning” Figurine is in Excellent Vintage Condition with No Chips No Cracks No Crazing. Designed by Betty Harrington for Ceramic Arts Studio of Madison, Wisconsin, this dramatic horse figurine dates from 1947–1956 and measures approximately 5 5/8" tall.

Lightning is depicted as a powerful rearing stallion, balanced on his hind legs with one front leg dramatically extended forward and the other raised against his chest. The stallion is finished in a rich glossy golden-brown glaze with a dark brown to black mane, tail and hooves.

The sculpted musculature, arched neck, expressive face and energetic pose give Lightning a wonderful sense of movement. The horse stands on a sculpted rectangular brown base with a textured surface resembling wood grain.

The underside retains the original Ceramic Arts Studio Madison, Wisconsin factory marking identifying the design as “FIGHTING STALLION (LIGHTNING).”

This Ceramic Arts Studio piece is from a lifetime collection of well over a thousand pieces, including figurines, salt & pepper shakers and head vases. We were very fortunate to purchase over 500 pieces from this remarkable collection and make them available to our buyers.

ITEM CONDITION

Excellent Vintage Condition with No Chips No Cracks No Crazing.

The original Ceramic Arts Studio factory identification remains visible on the underside and reads “FIGHTING STALLION (LIGHTNING).”

Please review the photographs carefully, as they are an important part of the description and show the condition, glossy coloration, sculpted details, dramatic rearing pose, base and original factory marking.

ITEM DETAILS

Maker: Ceramic Arts Studio

Location: Madison, Wisconsin

Designer: Betty Harrington

Design: Fighting Stallion

Name: Lightning

Subject: Rearing Stallion / Horse

Type: Figurine

Height: Approximately 5 5/8"

Color: Golden Brown with Dark Brown / Black Accents

Base: Brown Textured Base

Finish: Gloss Glaze

Material: Ceramic

Date: 1947–1956

Mark: Ceramic Arts Studio Madison, Wisconsin / Fighting Stallion (Lightning)

DESIGNER HISTORY

Betty Harrington was the principal designer for Ceramic Arts Studio of Madison, Wisconsin, one of America's best-known producers of decorative ceramic figurines during the 1940s and 1950s. Her designs are recognized for their stylized forms, expressive personalities and distinctive hand-decorated finishes. Today, Ceramic Arts Studio pieces are collected for their imaginative Mid-Century designs and connection to the history of American studio ceramics.

PATTERN & DESIGN

Fighting Stallion “Lightning” is an especially dynamic Betty Harrington design, capturing the horse at the height of a dramatic rearing pose. The extended front leg, raised opposite leg and strongly arched body create a convincing impression of power and movement.

The warm golden-brown body contrasts beautifully with the dark mane, tail and hooves. Subtle molded details emphasize the stallion's musculature, while the expressive eyes and open mouth add character to the composition.

The textured brown platform provides a substantial visual foundation for the rearing horse while its wood-grain appearance complements the warm coloring of the figurine. The original factory identification on the underside is particularly desirable because it confirms the Ceramic Arts Studio design name, “Fighting Stallion (Lightning).”

This measures 5 5/8" High x 3 1/8" Wide Base. I have provided many pictures to best describe the condition of this Figurine.


(The pictures are of the exact piece you will receive.) Photography Props & photo stands are not included.

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