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Franco Bastianelli Enameled Mask for Laurana Pesaro

$625
£472.96
€545.48
CA$872.77
A$977.78
CHF 508.94
MX$11,907.53
NOK 6,483.16
SEK 6,105.31
DKK 4,071.91
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Beautiful and colorful enamel mask by Franco Bastianelli for his company Laurana in Pesaro, Italy. Mid-20th century, Italy. This striking and colorful mask is an enamel art piece created by enamel artist Franco Bastianelli in his studio in Pesaro. In the middle of the last century, a lot of enamel was made as an art form in the north of Italy. The works of Paolo de Poli are best known, but Bastianelli's studio is also a well-known enamel workshop. The mask is reminiscent of primitive masks. The colors and rich decoration, on the other hand, have a very Italian feel. Up close you can see how beautifully this work of art has been constructed, with a beautiful and carefully applied layer of enamel that has developed a beautiful patina over time. The mask can be hung, but can also be used standing against the wall or on a cupboard. A very decorative and special piece of Italian enamel art.

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