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This charming vintage folk art sculpture was created by Mexican artist Gemma Taccogna and is crafted from hand-painted papier-mâché. The …
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This charming vintage folk art sculpture was created by Mexican artist Gemma Taccogna and is crafted from hand-painted papier-mâché. The stylized female bust features Taccogna’s signature aesthetic — oversized expressive eyes, delicate painted lashes, and a sweetly simplified face framed by brown hair and a patterned headscarf. The figure is finished in a warm palette of orange, cream, and green with bold floral motifs that give the piece a distinctly mid-century folk art character. A delicate painted ribbon at the neckline adds an extra whimsical detail.
Pieces by Gemma Taccogna were produced in Mexico during the mid-20th century and are celebrated for their playful forms and handcrafted charm. Today they are collected as examples of Mexican folk art and make wonderful decorative accents for shelves, desks, or curated vignette displays.
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- Dimensions
- 4.5ʺW × 6ʺD × 9.75ʺH
- Period
- 1960s
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paper Mache
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Orange
- Condition Notes
- Good vintage condition consistent with age and the nature of papier-mâché construction. Surface wear and small paint losses are present, … moreGood vintage condition consistent with age and the nature of papier-mâché construction. Surface wear and small paint losses are present, particularly along edges and the base. There is also a small loss to the tip of the nose. The piece remains structurally sound and displays beautifully. less
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