For sale is a gorgeous, vintage mid-century Italian glazed terracotta Madonna bust, beautifully hand-painted in the distinctive, high-end Florentine style. This exquisite religious art piece captures the Virgin Mary in a serene pose, featuring delicate facial features and incredibly vibrant, high-gloss polychrome glazing.
Exquisite Design Details:
• Intricate Robes & Mantle: Draped in royal teal-blue and pale pink robes, beautifully contrasting against her crisp white cowl.
• Florentine Motifs: The white robe features the iconic hand-painted Florentine swirling "X" and floral motifs.
• Ornate Gold Leaf Brooch: Her mantle is fastened with a prominent, molded gold-gilt scrolling brooch accented with a central red jewel.
• Heavy Gold Gilt Trim: Lavishly trimmed in thick, reflective gold-leaf paint along her head covering, halo lines, and garment edges.
Material & Base Markings:
Crafted from authentic, heavy red terracotta clay (visible along the unglazed underside rim), finished with a thick white slip and traditional Italian tin-glaze. The underside is clearly hand-marked with the factory production numbers 1200 / 241 ITALY. There is an additional individual decorator's mark painted onto the lower folds of her veil. Stylistically, this sculpture beautifully reflects the direct design lineage of the famous Professor Eugenio Pattarino workshop of Florence.
Condition Report:
Excellent vintage condition. The colorful glazing remains bright, glossy, and highly saturated. The ornate gold leaf scrollwork exhibits stunning luster with minimal age-related wear. The sharp edges of her veil are completely free of major chips, flea bites, or structural repairs. The unglazed bottom rim shows normal shelf wear, roughness, and slight discoloration consistent with an authentic mid-century terracotta piece. Please review all macro photographs for a precise look at its exceptional state.
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