Essevi - Figurine - Lavandaia - Porcelain

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Italian porcelain figure Lavandaia, designed by Sandro Vacchetti for ESSEVI (Sculture Ceramiche Vacchetti) circa 1930, depicting a girl washing clothes; dimensions 27 x 29 x 20 cm; in good used condition with minor age-related marks and stains.

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Description from the seller

This is a rare and fascinating vintage porcelain from ESSEVI (Sculture Ceramiche Vacchetti), designed by Sandro Vacchetti. The piece depicts a charming girl in a moment of daily life as she washes clothes in a basin. Dating from around 1930, with soft lines, a sweet expression, and a lively and detailed decoration, notably the checkered dress and the scarf. The elegance of the design and the delicate handcrafting make this piece an excellent testament to Italian ceramic art.

At the base, it bears the manufacturing details, as shown in the photo.

Dimensions: 27x29x20 cm

Good condition of preservation, considering the object's age.
Natural signs due to time and minor material defects as in the photo.
Please examine the photographs carefully as they are an integral part of the description.
Tracked shipping including secure packaging; any taxes and duties will be borne by the purchaser.

Seller's Story

Sale of valuable antiques and vintage items of any kind. Follow my auctions to stay updated on new lots! Attention! Paintings and prints are shipped without glass for reasons of fragility.
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This is a rare and fascinating vintage porcelain from ESSEVI (Sculture Ceramiche Vacchetti), designed by Sandro Vacchetti. The piece depicts a charming girl in a moment of daily life as she washes clothes in a basin. Dating from around 1930, with soft lines, a sweet expression, and a lively and detailed decoration, notably the checkered dress and the scarf. The elegance of the design and the delicate handcrafting make this piece an excellent testament to Italian ceramic art.

At the base, it bears the manufacturing details, as shown in the photo.

Dimensions: 27x29x20 cm

Good condition of preservation, considering the object's age.
Natural signs due to time and minor material defects as in the photo.
Please examine the photographs carefully as they are an integral part of the description.
Tracked shipping including secure packaging; any taxes and duties will be borne by the purchaser.

Seller's Story

Sale of valuable antiques and vintage items of any kind. Follow my auctions to stay updated on new lots! Attention! Paintings and prints are shipped without glass for reasons of fragility.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Essevi
Title
Lavandaia
Country of origin
Italy
Designer/artist/maker
Sandro VACCHETTI (1889-1974)
Material
Porcelain
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
27 cm
Width
29 cm
Depth
20 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940
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Objects sold
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