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Pair of Italian Peasant Figures Allegory of Abundance by Cappe Giuseppe, 1960s

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Pair of hand-painted polychrome porcelain sculptures depicting the allegory of abundance, two peasants, a girl and a young boy, holding fruit and grapes baskets. Both porcelain figures have wonderful details stand on a golden circular base, decorated with curled capitals and vegetal motifs. In good condition, both figures come from a private collection of Milan, date back to second half of 20th century, 1960s circa and have crowned N blue marks of Capodimonte Manifacture, and G. Cappè artist signature on the base. Giuseppe Cappé, famous Italian artist (born in Milan in 1921, died in Lomagna 2008). He dedicated life to creation and realization of porcelain works. Combined the Baroque root with the popular Verist tradition and the Neoclassical one, combining this with an original commitment to humorous invention. One minimal loss: the tip of the stick of the boy, can be restored, upon request. This artwork is shipped from Italy. Under existing legislation, any artwork in Italy created over 70 years ago requires a governative license for export called Belle Arti. The shipping may require additional 2-3 handling weeks to require and get the license according to the final destination of the artwork.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.57 in (37 cm)Diameter: 4.73 in (12 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Neoclassical Revival (In the Style Of)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1960
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. One minimal loss: the tip of the stick of the boy, can be restored, upon request.
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 17561stDibs: LU2160334025822
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