Large Italian Porcelain Figurine of Young Peasant Girl with Lamb, 1950s

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Large and finely crafted Italian porcelain figurine, dating to the mid-20th century (circa 1950s–1970s), depicting a young peasant girl in … Read more Large and finely crafted Italian porcelain figurine, dating to the mid-20th century (circa 1950s–1970s), depicting a young peasant girl in traditional rural attire.
The figure is richly hand-painted in polychrome enamels, featuring a light blue corset, flowing skirt, floral-patterned yellow shawl, and a small lamb at her feet, a classic symbol of pastoral life. In her hand, the girl holds a small wooden-style bucket, enhancing the narrative charm of the composition.
The modeling is detailed and elegant, with particular attention to facial expression, drapery, and movement of the garments. The sculptural base is decorated with molded reliefs and subtle gilded accents, consistent with Italian figurative porcelain production inspired by Capodimonte and Romantic 19th-century traditions. See less