Circa 1920 Art Nouveau Glazed Italian Torino-Like Porcelain Figurine of a Boy and His Dog

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Art Nouveau glazed italian Torino-like porcelain figurine of a boy and his dog

By: unknown
Material: ceramic, porcelain, paint, enamel
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By: unknown
Material: ceramic, porcelain, paint, enamel
Technique: glazed, pressed, molded, painted, hand-painted, enameled, polished
Dimensions: 5 in x 4 in x 11 in
Date: early 20th century, circa 1920
Style: Art Nouveau
Place of origin: Italy

Characterized by sinuous organic forms and dynamic lines, Italian Art Nouveau ceramic figurines reflected the nascent Modernism of the period. Produced by manufacturers like Cantagalli and Rometti, these sculptures captured movement and emotion in innovative ways.

This charming figurine exemplifies the Italian Art Nouveau ceramic work of the early 20th century, bearing similarity to pieces from Torino. Crafted entirely of glazed ceramic, the polychrome sculpture depicts a young boy and his dog, their forms simplified and fluid. They stand upon a base ornamented with decorative floral and vegetal motifs. The mark visibly stamped below verifies its origin. See less