Holy Water Stoup Madonna and Child in Terracotta from Ignoto

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A fine and evocative terracotta wall-mounted holy water stoup, attributed to 20th-century devotional art.
Subject and Style: Refined high relief … Read more A fine and evocative terracotta wall-mounted holy water stoup, attributed to 20th-century devotional art.
Subject and Style: Refined high relief depicting the Madonna and Child within an arched niche with a frame of plants and fruit, complemented by a water basin decorated with a heraldic shield.
Material and Finish: Modeled terracotta with a patina finish and elegant gold highlights that enhance the drapes and sculptural details.
Ideal for: Collectors of sacred art and vintage devotional objects, admirers of wall sculptures, or as a precious decorative element for entryways, bedrooms, and studies.
Technical Details and Condition:

Type: Wall-mounted holy water stoup / Sacred sculpture

Subject: Madonna and Child

Attribution: Attributed to 20th-century devotional art

Materials: Patinated and gilded terracotta

Period: Attributable/estimated to 20th century

Dimensions: 23 x 10 x 37.5 cm (Width: 23 cm - Depth: 10 cm - Height: 37.5 cm)

Condition: Excellent overall condition, intact and well-preserved with a natural patina; handwritten number and rear metal hook for wall mounting are included.

Please note that any white areas in the photo are due to reflections from the artificial lights used to better illuminate the item, which may cause slight color variations in the photograph.

The item is original and carefully photographed, highlighting every detail, highlighting its quality, strengths, and any flaws. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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