Capodimonte - Figure - "The Nest Gatherers" - Biscuit porcelain

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Description from the seller

Magnificent large Capodimonte porcelain group depicting a charming countryside scene: a young girl holding a nest with two baby birds, while a boy climbs a wooden ladder to reach the tree above. Beautifully modelled with delicate detailing throughout - from the lace-effect skirt, hand-painted floral decorations, expressive faces, and finely sculpted foliage and flowers.
A classic romantic composition in the true Capodimonte tradition, decorated in soft pastel colours with rich gilding on the base. The piece carries the Capo-di-Monte "N" mark and is artist-signed on the base
A highly decorative collector's piece with strong shelf presence.
Overall in good decorative condition with very beautiful colours and intact fine details.
No major breaks to the figures Flowers and foliage largely preserved ‣ Colours bright, gilding intact ‣ Underside clean with mark visible.
Note:
• The ladder (floor) has an old repair (visible on close inspection)
• Minor small chips to some tiny foliage areas, typical for Capodimonte pieces witk applied flowers
• Please check the photos carefully as they form part of the description.
Will be securely packaged with double protection due to its fragile nature Tracked shipment.
Dimensions : 27×18 cm

Magnificent large Capodimonte porcelain group depicting a charming countryside scene: a young girl holding a nest with two baby birds, while a boy climbs a wooden ladder to reach the tree above. Beautifully modelled with delicate detailing throughout - from the lace-effect skirt, hand-painted floral decorations, expressive faces, and finely sculpted foliage and flowers.
A classic romantic composition in the true Capodimonte tradition, decorated in soft pastel colours with rich gilding on the base. The piece carries the Capo-di-Monte "N" mark and is artist-signed on the base
A highly decorative collector's piece with strong shelf presence.
Overall in good decorative condition with very beautiful colours and intact fine details.
No major breaks to the figures Flowers and foliage largely preserved ‣ Colours bright, gilding intact ‣ Underside clean with mark visible.
Note:
• The ladder (floor) has an old repair (visible on close inspection)
• Minor small chips to some tiny foliage areas, typical for Capodimonte pieces witk applied flowers
• Please check the photos carefully as they form part of the description.
Will be securely packaged with double protection due to its fragile nature Tracked shipment.
Dimensions : 27×18 cm

Details

Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/ Brand
Capodimonte
Porcelain type
Biscuit porcelain
Title
"The Nest Gatherers"
Country of Origin
Italy
Material
Porcelain
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
27 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated Period
1990-2000
United KingdomVerified
178
Objects sold
100%
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