This hand-painted, glazed terracotta lion sculpture from Italy, dating to the 1960s, features a crouching, roaring pose rendered in a classic, naturalistic style. The primary color is a warm golden yellow, accentuated by deeper ochre and gold tones in the mane. The mouth and tongue are highlighted in shades of pink and red, while contrasting black and white details on the teeth, nose, claws, and eyes intensify the sculpture’s expression. The glossy glazed surface accentuates the rich texture of the sculpted fur and the visible, expressive brushstrokes. With proportions of 25 cm in height, 44 cm in width, and 16 cm in depth, the piece has a commanding decorative presence, exemplifying mid-20th-century Italian decorative art. The sculpture is in good condition, displaying an authentic patina and minor glaze chips typical for its age, with no significant damage or signs of restoration. The sculpture channels the spirit of the 1960s, when Italian decorative arts blended expressive form with bold color. The lion, caught mid-roar, seems to narrate a story of strength, alertness, and vitality—reflecting an era when the home was curated as a private gallery of personality and character. The high-gloss glaze catches the light, animating the lion’s features for a moment—each strand of fur and taut muscle conveying movement, while the open mouth with visible fangs suggests both guardianship and readiness. This piece could be displayed on a walnut sideboard or a marble console in a living room, where its golden tones would harmonize with natural materials. In classic interiors, it may serve as a focal point among books or other ceramics, while
DIMENSION
Height25 cm
Width16 cm
Length44 cm
Dimension details
Length44 cm
Height25 cm
Width16 cm
Weight5 kg
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