Italian Hand Carved Gilt Wood Putti Wall Sculptures – Set of Three

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A sculptural trio of Italian hand-carved wooden putti rendered in animated musical poses with applied gold leaf drapery and polychrome … Read more A sculptural trio of Italian hand-carved wooden putti rendered in animated musical poses with applied gold leaf drapery and polychrome detailing.

The figures reflect mid-century Italian Baroque revival carving traditions, where lightweight devotional and decorative wall ornaments were crafted from softwood and finished with gilt accents to evoke ecclesiastical grandeur at domestic scale. Visible carving marks beneath the paint and absence of mold seams support hand-worked construction.

Surface wear and fine craquelure are consistent with age and authentic gilding rather than later metallic paint. Designed for wall grouping, the set presents strong movement and classical ornamentation, lending architectural warmth to libraries, dining rooms, or gallery walls.


Weight: 1.1 LB

Origin: Italy

Measurements: 7" x 4" x 4"

Age: Mid 20th C. See less