Manifattura Italiana "G.G." - Sculpture, Svuotatasche "Oca con Cuffietta nel Nido" Dipinto a Mano, 1970s - 21 cm - Ceramic
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Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.
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Hand-painted ceramic artwork from the 1970s by Italian maker Manifattura Italiana "G.G.", a 21 cm high svuotatasche in the shape of an oca with pink bonnet, with dimensions 21 × 14 × 17 cm and in good condition.
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If objects could speak, this piece would tell you a story of charm, mystery, and absolute devotion.
This is not just a simple ceramic sculpture. Behind the sweet and proud gaze of this splendid Goose with a Little Pink Cap in the Nest, hand-painted in the 1970s by the renowned Italian workshop "G.G.", lies an extraordinary past. For decades it sat on the grandmother’s bedside table, seemingly as an elegant 21 cm decorative trinket tray.
But there was a secret that only she knew.
The goose’s wings unfolded and the nest cavity didn’t guard just keys or small jewelry. It was the safe refuge where the grandmother hid, day after day, her precious gold coins. Each time she brought home a new one, the goose "spread its wings" to protect it, camouflaging it among the warm hues of the painted nest. A true secret chest camouflaged as a work of art.
FEATURES OF THE MASTERPIECE:
- Manufacturer: Authentic Italian art ceramic, branded "G.G.".
- Subject: Anthropomorphic goose with pink cap and elegant bow at the neck, depicted inside its nest (trinket tray/treasure chest function).
- Period: 1970s (with a design exquisitely inspired by Vicentine early 20th-century tradition).
- Dimensions: Ideal height of 21 cm.
- Craftsmanship: Entirely molded and hand-painted, with splendid pastel shades ranging from sky blue to yellow beak, down to the meticulous hatch of the nest.
- Conditions: Excellent, preserved with the care reserved for the dearest things.
Whether you are a collector of vintage author ceramics or a romantic soul seeking a piece with a soul, this sculpture will bring into your home a touch of Italian elegance and a magical narration. Who knows that it may not bring the same immense luck and prosperity that it has guaranteed the grandmother for all these years!
Dimensions: about 21x14x17 cm
Good aesthetic condition; see the photograph(s), which are an integral part of the description. It bears small signs of time consistent with its age.
Seller's Story
Welcome to our Catawiki store. Our journey in online sales began back in 2004, driven by a clear vision: creating online auctions dedicated to high-value objects.
Today, more than twenty years later, we carry forward that exact same vision. We are proud to have remained a small, family-run business, yet operating with the solidity and scale of major industry professionals: each year, we welcome more than 100 new clients, purchase over 150 lots, and select between 3,000 and 5,000 unique items to offer you.
Our commitment is reflected in everything we do, from the initial find to the final delivery to your doorstep:
• A Purchase with Social Value: Buying from us means securing a great deal while actively supporting the future of young Italian students. We collaborate closely with 3 graphic design and advertising schools in Milan, Bergamo, and Lecco.
We invest our time and expertise to teach these students the secrets of online sales, professional photography, and marketing. By choosing us, you are tangibly contributing to their education and career paths.
• Field Research and Discovery: For years, we have been personally scouting the most remote locations across Lombardy to find unique pieces, rarities, oddities, and mid-century modern design.
• We Invest Our Own Capital: We do not sell on consignment. We invest our own capital upfront to purchase and restore every single item, taking on all the risks ourselves.
• Direct Dealings with No Intermediaries: We manage every single price personally.
This allows us to eliminate third-party costs and ensure you get the best possible profit margin as a buyer or collector.
• Meticulous Restoration and Quality Control: We get our hands dirty. Every item is carefully restored and verified with an obsessive eye for detail before going up for auction.
• Secure and Eco-Friendly Shipping: To prevent inflated shipping costs and ensure indestructible packaging, my wife and I head out almost every evening, often at unusual hours, to collect heavy-duty industrial cardboard from businesses in our neighborhood.
We hand-select only pre-evaluated, ultra-resistant materials to offer you maximum protection at the lowest possible cost.
Choosing our lots means relying on the historic expertise of a family that has lived this passion since 2004, while investing in the next generation. Our schools and students thank you deeply for your trust.
Happy bidding!
Translated by Google TranslateIf objects could speak, this piece would tell you a story of charm, mystery, and absolute devotion.
This is not just a simple ceramic sculpture. Behind the sweet and proud gaze of this splendid Goose with a Little Pink Cap in the Nest, hand-painted in the 1970s by the renowned Italian workshop "G.G.", lies an extraordinary past. For decades it sat on the grandmother’s bedside table, seemingly as an elegant 21 cm decorative trinket tray.
But there was a secret that only she knew.
The goose’s wings unfolded and the nest cavity didn’t guard just keys or small jewelry. It was the safe refuge where the grandmother hid, day after day, her precious gold coins. Each time she brought home a new one, the goose "spread its wings" to protect it, camouflaging it among the warm hues of the painted nest. A true secret chest camouflaged as a work of art.
FEATURES OF THE MASTERPIECE:
- Manufacturer: Authentic Italian art ceramic, branded "G.G.".
- Subject: Anthropomorphic goose with pink cap and elegant bow at the neck, depicted inside its nest (trinket tray/treasure chest function).
- Period: 1970s (with a design exquisitely inspired by Vicentine early 20th-century tradition).
- Dimensions: Ideal height of 21 cm.
- Craftsmanship: Entirely molded and hand-painted, with splendid pastel shades ranging from sky blue to yellow beak, down to the meticulous hatch of the nest.
- Conditions: Excellent, preserved with the care reserved for the dearest things.
Whether you are a collector of vintage author ceramics or a romantic soul seeking a piece with a soul, this sculpture will bring into your home a touch of Italian elegance and a magical narration. Who knows that it may not bring the same immense luck and prosperity that it has guaranteed the grandmother for all these years!
Dimensions: about 21x14x17 cm
Good aesthetic condition; see the photograph(s), which are an integral part of the description. It bears small signs of time consistent with its age.
Seller's Story
Welcome to our Catawiki store. Our journey in online sales began back in 2004, driven by a clear vision: creating online auctions dedicated to high-value objects.
Today, more than twenty years later, we carry forward that exact same vision. We are proud to have remained a small, family-run business, yet operating with the solidity and scale of major industry professionals: each year, we welcome more than 100 new clients, purchase over 150 lots, and select between 3,000 and 5,000 unique items to offer you.
Our commitment is reflected in everything we do, from the initial find to the final delivery to your doorstep:
• A Purchase with Social Value: Buying from us means securing a great deal while actively supporting the future of young Italian students. We collaborate closely with 3 graphic design and advertising schools in Milan, Bergamo, and Lecco.
We invest our time and expertise to teach these students the secrets of online sales, professional photography, and marketing. By choosing us, you are tangibly contributing to their education and career paths.
• Field Research and Discovery: For years, we have been personally scouting the most remote locations across Lombardy to find unique pieces, rarities, oddities, and mid-century modern design.
• We Invest Our Own Capital: We do not sell on consignment. We invest our own capital upfront to purchase and restore every single item, taking on all the risks ourselves.
• Direct Dealings with No Intermediaries: We manage every single price personally.
This allows us to eliminate third-party costs and ensure you get the best possible profit margin as a buyer or collector.
• Meticulous Restoration and Quality Control: We get our hands dirty. Every item is carefully restored and verified with an obsessive eye for detail before going up for auction.
• Secure and Eco-Friendly Shipping: To prevent inflated shipping costs and ensure indestructible packaging, my wife and I head out almost every evening, often at unusual hours, to collect heavy-duty industrial cardboard from businesses in our neighborhood.
We hand-select only pre-evaluated, ultra-resistant materials to offer you maximum protection at the lowest possible cost.
Choosing our lots means relying on the historic expertise of a family that has lived this passion since 2004, while investing in the next generation. Our schools and students thank you deeply for your trust.
Happy bidding!
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Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Manifattura Italiana "G.G."
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Ceramic
Title of artwork
Svuotatasche "Oca con Cuffietta nel Nido" Dipinto a Mano, 1970s
Signature
Signed
Condition
Good condition
Height
21 cm
Width
14 cm
Depth
17 cm
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