Vintage Basil Matthews Turtle Tortoise Figurine Signed Made in England

Item: Hand-painted turtle/tortoise figurine featuring a larger tortoise with baby turtles on its shell, displayed on a textured base.  Artist/Brand: Basil Matthews  Markings: Signed Basil Matthews on the side; additional Matthews marking present. Original round label on the felted base reads: An Original Sculpture by Basil Matthews Made in England.  Country of Origin: Made in England  Material: Hand-painted ceramic with a green felted underside  Color/Finish: Earth-tone browns and tans on the shell with green base; detailed, realistic sculpting and painted features  Design Features: Mother-and-babies composition; textured shell and limbs; expressive eyes; protective felt on the base  Notes: Classic Basil Matthews style with original maker's label and signatures. Please review all photos for details.