Vintage Leather-Wrapped Tiger Figurine

This is a vintage animal figurine depicting a stalking tiger, crafted from leather wrapped over a solid form, likely wood or resin. The tiger features a classic orange-brown base color with hand-painted black stripes that follow the contours of its muscular body. Notable physical details include a snarling facial expression with an open mouth, plastic or glass inset eyes, and protruding white whiskers made of a stiff synthetic material. The figurine is captured in a dynamic crouching pose with one front leg extended and a long, curved tail. The leather shows a natural aged patina with some visible seams and textures characteristic of 'leather-mached' folk art from the mid-to-late 20th century, common in India or East Asia. Condition-wise, it appears generally intact, though there is a modern retail sticker on its side and minor wear on the paws and tail tip. The craftsmanship is indicative of decorative hand-finished export goods rather than fine art, showing varied thickness in paint applications and visible hide seams.