Etruscan 24 Karat Gold-Plated No. 1185 Plate from Morbelli Arte, 1981

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A fine collectible wall plate, an "objet d'art" from the morbelli arte factory. This piece is edition number 1185 of … Read more A fine collectible wall plate, an "objet d'art" from the morbelli arte factory. This piece is edition number 1185 of the "gioiello etrusco" series, created in 1981 and inspired by a jewel from the archaic period (6th century bc) held at the louvre, as per the included brochure.

subject and style: the design depicts an etruscan mask (perhaps a gorgon), a reproduction of an ancient jewel. The decoration is in an archaic style, embellished with green inserts. Material and finish: this is "goldsmith's work on porcelain." the porcelain base is etched and then hand-decorated with 24k pure gold, platinum, and green accents. Base / back: the back of the plate bears all the hallmarks and inscriptions in pure gold: "morbelli arte italy," "porcelain incisa a l'acquaforte," "oro puro 24 kt.," "etruscan jewel. 6th century bc archaic period," the number "n° 1185," and the year "1981." ideal for collectors of fine ceramics, lovers of etruscan reproductions, or as a valuable collector's item, complete with explanatory brochure and original cartouche.

technical details and condition:

type: wall plate / collectible art object
subject: etruscan jewel / archaic mask
manufacturer/artist: morbelli arte (signed by morbelli)
materials: porcelain, 24k pure gold, platinum, enamels
era: 1981 (vintage)
dimensions:
diameter: 19.5 cm
height (depth): 2 cm
condition: excellent vintage condition, like new. Complete with original parchment label and "etruscan jewel" explanatory brochure. The gold and enamels are perfect.
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