Porcelain Tiger! fun gift I don't know much about

I don't know much about this huge decorative stoneware plate

Oisín Kelly (1915–1981) was a prominent Irish sculptor who worked in wood

This striking cast iron "star holder" candle holder was designed by Jens Quisgaard for Dansk Designs

it feels rather like it should be displayed on a pedestal

classic 80s

Porcelain Tiger! fun gift I don't know much aboutWhat I love most about this vintage mid century porcelain tiger is the relationship between its body and its face: its body is long and sleek, but despite attempting to come off fierce, teeth bared, its face looks to me just like that of a big kitten! I've looked online at other vintage ceramic tigers but have not found this one's match. Hand painted and finely made, I would guess it dates from the 1960s or early 70s. I'd put it atop a stack of books