Ronzan - Giovanni Ronzan - Figure - Rara Madonna in preghiera "Originale Ronzan" (Modello N. 88/2) - Anni '40 - fine maiolica

This figurine is the work of Ceramiche Ronzan (founded by Giovanni and Antonio Ronzan after their experience with the famous Lenci company of Turin).

The correct name of the maker is Ronzan (often wrongly read as "Rouzan" due to the italic signature on the base).

Madonna in prayer, hands joined above a cloud.

Style: a late Art Déco / 1940s-1950s taste model. It features flowing, stylized lines, with a white veil bordered by a gold thread, a golden halo, and facial features finely hand-painted.

Manufacture: Ceramiche Ronzan (Torino / Bassano).

Period: circa the 1940s-1950s.

The figurine is made of ceramic (specifically stoneware or fine majolica with a glossy glaze and brush decoration), typical of Lenci and Ronzan productions of the era.

The halo and the veil’s outlines feature gilt finishes in pure gold applied in a third firing.