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Early 19th Century Italian Majolica Holy Water Font

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Small and lovely Italian Holy Water font from Italy, a shaped polychrome ceramic artwork dating back to Neoclassical period, early 19th century. This rare religious work is finely hand painted with ocher green and beige motifs on the font, a central cross in the middle, topped by a handle decorated with pierced patterns. This lovely religious work is of Northern Italian origin and dates back to circa 1810. It is in good age related condition, with minor dents and wear consistent with age and use, ready to be hanged. See closed-up pictures. This artwork is shipped from Italy. Under existing legislation, any artwork in Italy created over 70 years ago requires a governative license for export called Belle Arti. The shipping may require additional 2-3 handling weeks to require and get the license according to the final destination of the artwork. Measures: Height 19 cm Width 9 cm Depth 5 cm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.49 in (19 cm)Width: 3.55 in (9 cm)Depth: 1.97 in (5 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Maiolica,Majolica,Hand-Painted,Molded
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1810
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A5931stDibs: LU2160317896381
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