Terracotta Sculptures

Large ceramic jar with the lid features Siamese cat or large kitten, sitting straight with its head held slightly upwards, looking straight at the viewer. The figurine is decorated w...

This modern sculptural Brutalist decorative totem set by Egg Designs merges sculptural form with primitive inspiration. Handcrafted in unglazed terracotta, the design draws on tribal...

19th Century French Terracotta Figural Group of Cherub With Dove. Winged cherub is in sitting position with delicate features and a serene expression. Cherubs arms are outstretched t...

Helen König Scavini, Lenci manufactory "Nude of Woman", e.g. 1927-1936 Signed under the base "Lenci/Italy" Glazed terracotta sizes: H 70 cm x W front 83 cm (W back 55 cm) x D 55 cm The important sculpture, realized in glazed terracotta, is by the famous Lenci Manufactory of Turin (Italy) on model by Helen König Scavini. Of remarkable dimensions, it represents a naked woman, covered of a single cloth to life, sitting with the legs flexed asymmetrically while it supports on the arms with the hands leaned to the plan. The woman has a hieratic expression, big eyebrow arches under which the ethereal eyes are half-closed; the open lips hide a hint of a smile. The loose hair is turned back with big waves on both the head and along the back. The staining of the glazing is on the tones of musky green, which contributes to confer to this woman the appearance of a nymph or a mythological figure. Below the base is found, hand painted, the trademark of the manufacture "Lenci, ITALY". The brand Lenci was registered in Turin on 23 April 1919, sanctioning an activity undertaken some time before by Helen König, wife of the commercial agent Enrico Scavini. The origin of the word Lenci is still controversial today; the earliest bibliography says it derived from a endearment of Elena (Elenchen, as her father called her and that she, stunned him, pronounced Lenci) while the most recent one considers the acrostic Ludus Est Nobis Costanter Industria, perhaps invented by Ugo Ojetti or built as divertissement by the poet Ignazio Vacchetti (Alias Fantasio) on the endearment of Elena. The Lenci manufactory becomes a meeting point for artists and a forge of ideas for the development and realization of dolls and puppets, children’s furniture, and later also artistic ceramics. The first artists to take an active part in the enterprise were Giovanni Riva and Sandro Vacchetti, soon joined by other great names. The success of these felt dolls earned numerous awards to the Lenci Company during the international exhibitions in Zurich, Paris, Rome or Milan. However, the originality of Lenci’s creations was soon put to the test by numerous imitations. To cope with this type of competition, Lenci began to produce artistic ceramics, whose activity began in 1927. The ceramic figures became perhaps even more famous than the dolls in cloth. The subjects ranged from the famous "nudini", the chic little ladies and emancipated women, from fantasy characters to animals, from religious images to the most disparate vases and much more. Many artists collaborated in the realization of the models, among which it is worth mentioning the already mentioned Sandro Vacchetti, artistic director of Lenci from 1922-1934, the same Elena König Scavini, Cläre Burchart, Lino berzoini, Giovanni Riva, Giovanni Ronzan, Deabate Theonesto, Giovanni Pietro Spertini, Marcello Dudovich, Gigi Chessa, Mario Pompei, Nillo Beltrami, Mario Sturani, Giulio Da Milano, Giovanni Grande, Ines Grande, Claudia Formica, Luigi Borione, Camillo Ghigo, Giuseppe Porcheddu, Gino Levi-Montalcini, Abele Jacopi...

Stately Italian white glazed terra cotta horse head sculpture on stand. Small chipping of glaze where base meets sculpture. Easily touched up i...

Of superb craftsmanship, this mould-made archaizing female protome still retains much of it's original allure. She wears a stephane, with a row of curls emerging from under the headd...

Abstract vintage wall sculpture, plaque made of partially glazed terracotta, depicting leaves and a flower with twigs, fat lava accents in the background, West German pottery, possib...

This is a Hollywood Regency Era Italian terracotta camel form planter / cachepot. It has dual baskets for spring decorating. It could also work as a condiment serving piece. It is i...

Wonderful hand made large stylised terracotta pig shaped piggy bank from the 1970s. Coin slot to the top, no access to the coins, this is a fill and break piggy bank. Very nice char...

Mid century Italian Leopard in life-like repose, crafted in terracotta, hand decorated and glazed. Stamped "Made in Italy" on the underside.

This sculpture is in terracotta. It is representing a women Head. It is dated XXth century.   

A vintage Italian classic Tuscan terracotta clay statuette of a regal lion in a guardian position, in good condition. Wear consistent with age ...

Austrian Majolica jardiniere rooster circa 1890. Height / 7.5 inches , 8 by 6 inches.

Unusual, and quite amusing Mexican terracotta doll figure with articulated limbs. Since it is solid terracotta it is likely this is a mold from which other dolls were made. As a folk...

This decorative Florentine terracotta bust, depicts the Greek god Apollo and it is modeled after the famous Apollo Belvedere sculpture, showing at the Vatican Museum.. Veiled by a ...

An exquisite terracotta statuette of a beautiful nude young woman with a serene countenance, her arms stretched up to fan her cascading hair. The setting in which she stands is embel...

This French terracotta lion's mask was originally an element of a 19th century fountain with water jetting from its mouth. This garden piece is now mounted on a custom iron, making i...

Jacques Bergé "King David" - Terracotta or Fired Clay with Polychrome Remnants Dated 1736 14.5" h x 5.5" w x 4.5" d A rare and exceptionally refined terracotta sculpture of *King ...

WPA terracotta buffalo sculpture by Anthony Vozech, circa 1930s. Dimensions: 8” wide 20” high 22” deep. Minor wear on the bottom edge. Anthony Vozech was an Ohio artist that did WPA work in the 1930s and 1940s. One of his most famous works was an aluminum and limestone relief...

AMAZING PAIR OF NAPOLITAN TERRACOTTA MASTIFF 21st Century 1:1 Neapolitan mastiffs in terracotta ~ The breed is a direct descendant of the big Assyro-Babylonian molosses, then spread...

French terracotta sculpture of a classical male. This stunning French terra cotta sculpture of a classical Roman male is expertly executed ...

Magnificent Spanish Sculpture "Lover's" 20th Century terracotta 35cm x 37cm Perfect condition

Terracotta bulldog from Bavent (Normandy), circa 1900.

Striking Mid Century Italian life size dog sculpture crafted in terracotta with a white glaze and mesmerizing gold eyes. Marked Italy on the bottom.

Charming whimsical mid century Italian black cat sculpture crafted in terra cotta, hand decorated and glazed, and sitting on a faux marble pedestal...

Impressive hand painted terracotta dog. Victorian, England, 1880-1890. In original perfect condition.

A fascinating mid-19th century medieval style buff terracotta plaque handcarved in relief with Saint George and the Dragon. In this artistic retelling of this legendary story of fol...

Set of three terracotta sculptures, two of which are signed and dated “Franz Melnitzky, 1855.” The allegorical figures represent the Seasons: Summer holding a bundle of wheat and a s...

18th Century Neapolitan Crèche Figure of a Woman in traditional Italian garments. Figures were dressed in richly detailed versions of everyday...

An enchanting terracotta sculpture of a dolphin or koi carp, attributed to the renowned Marioni manufactory in Florence and bearing the hand-signed "Made in Italy" mark. Marioni is c...

Beautiful brown abstract terracotta sculpture, 1960s, reminding works of Henri Laurens. Great patina. . France. . Dimensions : Dimensions : 30 cm x 30 cm x 25 cm . Weight : 10.5kgs....

BUST OF THE FAUN 21th Century Terracotta reproduction.The faun (Latin: faunus, Ancient Greek: φαῦνος, phaunos, pronounced [pʰaynos]) is a mythological half human–half goat (from the...

This terracotta sculpture from the 1950s originates from a workshop in the south of France. Despite a few minor imperfections, it perfectly embodies the artistic spirit of that era. ...

Antinoo with Marble Base Terracotta head with marble base. Italy Antinous (Bitnia 130 - Alexandria of Egypt 150 AD). Publio's favorite Elio Adriano. Mesaures: HEIGHT 33 cm ...

Terracotta dog from Bavent (Normandy), circa 1900.

Ming Dynasty Blue Glazed Terra Cotta Bird. Very rare early Ming Dynasty Blue Glazed Terra Cotta sourced from our Paris Offices at Chateau de Vitray. Beautiful blue tone glazing.

Silvered bronze frog sculpture. Antique glazed Italian terracotta silvered bronze naturalistic frog statue on ebonized wood base. Italy, early 19th century Dimensions: 7.5" W x 6.25...

A beautiful vintage nude sculpture by A. Altmann. It was made in London, England and dates from the 1960’s. It is superbly executed in gesso, with amazing details. It is a large and...

An enchanting antique bust statue of a young boy dating from the early 1900s. I am guessing on the date but it may be much earlier. The figure has ...

Sculpture by Swedish artist David Wretling. Executed in Sweden 1967. Made by hand in terracotta clay. Signed with full name and signature. Very good condition with light age related ...

A beautiful pair of Italian cream-glazed terracotta reclining lions. Nicely scaled, they make a handsome decorative accent displayed on a shelf or desk, or placed flanking a fireplac...

A touching terracotta sculpture depicting the Virgin Mary holding the Infant Jesus in her arms, signed M. Normand on the base. Created around 1890–1910, this delicate work illustrate...

In Greek mythology, Medusa, was one of the three monstrous Gorgons, generally described as winged human females with living venomous snakes in place of hair. Those who gazed into her eyes would turn to stone. Medusa was beheaded by the Greek hero...

Documents: Thermoluminescence test attached. Provenance: Private collection, France. Terracotta figure of an actor wearing a theatrical mask, produced in Magna Graecia and dating t...

Antique Chinese Tang Dynasty-style terra cotta figure of a horse commonly used as a tomb figure for wealthy burials in the 7-8th centuries, and crafted with its traditional tri-color...

19th-century French School terracotta bust on a red marble base. Dimensions: 25"H ( Overall ) 19"H x 17"W x 9"D Period: 20th Century Condition: Good condition. Wear consistent wit...

Superbly stylish is this 1930's Art Deco bust of a female, standing 32 cm high and made from terracotta this bust makes the perfect statement piece. Free from any damage and showing ...

Pair of Roman horse in terracotta end 19th century Measures: height 76 cm Width 31 cm Length 92 cm Weight 36 Kg.

Tuscan school, 17th century Madonna with Child - from the Impruneta Tondo Measures: Polychrome terracotta, 65 x 46 x 10 cm This polychrome terracotta relief, gently jutting...

18th Century Neapolitan Crèche Figure of Elderly Woman in traditional Italian garments. Figures were dressed in richly detailed versions of ev...

Japanese Haniwa terracotta head of a warrior, Haniwa figures are Japanese terracotta funerary figures that accompanied the dead buried in early Japan, ...

Majestic large lion sculpture in white glazed earthenware, crafted in the early 20th century and reflecting an exquisite Romanesque style. This pi...

Standout mid century Italian life size great dane sculpture crafted in terra cotta and hand decorated in black and white with a yellow collar, all under glaze.

1950s Terracotta sculpture of a monk.

Sculpture in gray terracotta glazed in white, depicting a foot. The sculpture is obtained by gradually adding individual terracotta elements by hand. The foot is an example of sculpt...

This charming set of two vintage sheep figurines brings a delightful pastoral spirit to interior décor, celebrating traditional craftsmanship and rusti...

This very fine terra cotta sculpture was a high-end creation of the Keramos ceramic company in Vienna. Although the company produced its share of po...

These majestic horses are cast from terracotta and stand rearing up on their hind legs in a pose of power and excitement. The classically-sculpted bases are made from cement and are ...

A rare and delightful Art Deco Austrian art pottery figure of a seated girl by renowned Viennese artist, designer, ceramist, potter and metalworker Walter Bosse (Austrian, 1904-1979)...

Striking Mid Century tiger sculpture or figure crafted in terracotta, hand decorated and glazed.