Large Hollywood Regency Monkey Sculpture / Cachepot in Majolica, Italy, 1960s

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This monumental and highly expressive sculpture of a seated chimpanzee is an outstanding example of italian art ceramics from the … Read more This monumental and highly expressive sculpture of a seated chimpanzee is an outstanding example of italian art ceramics from the 1960s and the glamorous hollywood regency style. Standing an impressive 50 cm tall, this rare piece serves as a striking floor sculpture or a dominant statement piece on an avant-garde console table or sideboard.
the great ape is modeled in a lifelike, seated pose and holds a masterfully openwork, woven basket in its arms. This feature makes the art object versatile in interior design—whether as an exclusive planter for botanical accents (such as succulents, ferns, or hanging ivy) or as an elegant tray in the entryway and living room.
craftsmanship & aesthetics: the sculpture captivates with its high-gloss, creamy-white pewter glaze, which lends the light a beautiful depth. Particularly noteworthy is the delicate, characterful rendering of the face with realistically sculpted, deep-set eyes, as well as the subtle, gray-black shaded accents on the hands and feet, which lend the figure a fascinating vitality.
the unglazed underside of the base bears the authentic, contemporary brush signature “made in italy.” this marking attests to its original provenance from one of the renowned artistic ceramics workshops in the famous bassano del grappa / nove region, which during this era produced exclusively for the high-end, international luxury and export market.
a rare, highly decorative collector’s item that perfectly combines timeless elegance, artisanal tradition, and the playful luxury of italian mid-century design.

in excellent, age-appropriate vintage condition. The high-gloss glaze exhibits a beautiful, even sheen without any major flaws. No visible chips or flaking on the delicate edges of the woven bowl. The underside is fitted with felt glides to protect the surface. Ready for immediate use in a sophisticated interior. See less