Statue, Leopardo delle nevi - 75 cm - Ceramic
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Ceramic sculpture titled Leopardo delle nevi, produced in Italy, in excellent condition, measuring 75 cm high by 32 cm wide by 32 cm deep, signed and attributed to the Italian mid‑century ceramic art tradition with a glossy ivory white glaze and black circular spots.
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This is a splendid ceramic sculpture depicting a snow leopard (or a lightly variegated spotted leopard), created in a style that evokes the great tradition of Italian artistic ceramics from the mid-20th century.
Here is a detailed description of the work:
Aesthetic Features
Subject and Pose: The animal is depicted in a regal, vigilant seated pose. The body is elongated, with the tail gracefully curling around the base of the hind legs. The gaze looks upward and slightly to the side, giving the statue a proud and almost human expression.
Coloration and Decoration: The coat features a glossy ivory-white background, dotted with black circular spots of varying sizes that imitate the feline’s natural pattern. Finer details are noticeable on the muzzle and around the blue eyes, which add depth to the gaze.
Material and Finish: It is glazed ceramic with a high-fire finish. The finish is extremely glossy, creating vivid light reflections on the animal’s muscular curves, heightening the dynamic realism despite the pose’s stillness.
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Translated by Google TranslateThis is a splendid ceramic sculpture depicting a snow leopard (or a lightly variegated spotted leopard), created in a style that evokes the great tradition of Italian artistic ceramics from the mid-20th century.
Here is a detailed description of the work:
Aesthetic Features
Subject and Pose: The animal is depicted in a regal, vigilant seated pose. The body is elongated, with the tail gracefully curling around the base of the hind legs. The gaze looks upward and slightly to the side, giving the statue a proud and almost human expression.
Coloration and Decoration: The coat features a glossy ivory-white background, dotted with black circular spots of varying sizes that imitate the feline’s natural pattern. Finer details are noticeable on the muzzle and around the blue eyes, which add depth to the gaze.
Material and Finish: It is glazed ceramic with a high-fire finish. The finish is extremely glossy, creating vivid light reflections on the animal’s muscular curves, heightening the dynamic realism despite the pose’s stillness.
We do not ship to Germany!!!!!
Seller's Story
I offer a selection of unique and fascinating objects from different parts of the world.
Discover the magic of travel and culture through our selection of interesting objects from around the world.
We offer a variety of unique and fascinating items, perfect for collectors, travel and culture enthusiasts, or simply for those seeking special objects.
From our collection
ART OBJECTS AND CULTURAL MANUFACTURES
Traditional and modern craftsmanship
Unique collectible and souvenir items
Decorative and functional articles
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Ceramic
Title of artwork
Leopardo delle nevi
Signature
Signed
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
75 cm
Width
32 cm
Depth
32 cm
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