cherub - Plaque - Plaster, Resin, Composite, glitwood

Decorative antique wall plaque featuring a finely modelled cherub (putto) in relief, playing a musical instrument, set within an ornate gilt frame richly decorated with acanthus leaves and classical scrollwork.
The central relief appears to be made of composite material / resin or plaster, mounted on a light background, and surrounded by a gilded wooden or composite frame in Neoclassical / Baroque Revival style.

This type of decorative artwork was popular in late 19th – early 20th century Europe, often inspired by classical Roman and Renaissance motifs. Ideal as a wall decoration or as part of a traditional or eclectic interior.

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Specifications
• Object: Wall plaque / relief
• Subject: Cherub / Putto
• Style: Neoclassical / Baroque Revival
• Period: Late 19th – early 20th century (circa 1880–1930)
• Materials:
• Central relief: composite / plaster / resin
• Frame: gilt wood or gilt composite
• Colour: Gold frame with ivory/cream relief