This Italian ceramic poodle spaniel sculpture, crafted in the 1960s, is an example of mid-century modern decorative design. Measuring 36 cm in height, the figure is formed from ceramic and finished with a glossy, bright white glaze. The stylized approach is evident in the pronounced, textured curls on the head, chest, and haunches, while the rest of the body remains smooth and rounded, highlighting the poodle's streamlined silhouette in a naturalistic yet subtly exaggerated manner. Vivid gold gilding – applied to the inner ears, nose tip, eyes, selected curls, and all the claws – lends striking contrast and emphasizes the detailing, in line with the decorative Italian ceramics of the era. The construction is precise, with crisp modeling details and no visible joining lines or flaws. The piece is in excellent, undamaged condition with no evidence of wear, loss, or restoration. The expression of this figure captures the mood of 1960s Italian design: animal representation is treated here with the lightness of the era, where ornament and stylization blend with a sense of playfulness. The poodle's upright, attentive pose recalls suburban salons and urban apartments, in which objects were made to decorate and narrate at once. Gilded highlights reflect ambient light, capturing the glint of afternoon sun on the shimmering surface. This sculpture acts as a porcelain storyteller, evoking the aura of a Mediterranean mid-century world – bold in artistic expression, meticulous in detail. The piece may be displayed on a low console or standalone shelf, alongside art books or geometric vases from the period. Interiors
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Height36 cm
Depth22 cm
Width16 cm
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Width16 cm
Height36 cm
Depth22 cm
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