Vintage Italian Tiger Cub

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This is a large Italian figurine of a tiger cub, hand-painted with a glossy glaze finish. The piece features vibrant … Read more This is a large Italian figurine of a tiger cub, hand-painted with a glossy glaze finish. The piece features vibrant orange and yellow tones with bold black stripes and white accents on the face, chest, and paws. The expression on the tiger’s face is somewhat lifelike yet stylized—its wide-set amber eyes and slightly tilted head give it a curious, gentle demeanor.

Notable details:
• The craftsmanship includes expressive hand-painted details around the eyes, ears, and nose.
• The ears have a textured look with black shading to enhance depth.
• Its body posture is seated with a curled tail, suggesting calm attentiveness.
• The black pads on the paws are a charming touch.

This sculpture would make a striking decorative piece, vintage Italian in style (reminiscent of mid-century ceramic animal figurines), and could complement eclectic, whimsical, or maximalist interiors beautifully. See less