Vintage Luigi Zortea Bassano Italy White Ceramic Cherub Putti Candle holder 8” For Sale
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Vintage Luigi Zortea Bassano Italy White Ceramic Cherub Putti Candle holder 8”:
$125.00
Vintage pre-owned condition. This is a delicate, highly detailed piece with applied flowers and figural decoration. There appear to be some small chips/losses to a few flower petals and possibly other tiny high-point details consistent with age and the fragile nature of this type of ceramic. Please review all photos closely for exact condition.
Description:
Beautiful vintage Luigi Zortea white glazed ceramic figural candleholder/candlestick from Bassano del Grappa, Italy.
This ornate Rococo/Baroque Revival piece features two sculpted cherubs/putti surrounding a tall central candleholder, decorated with detailed applied flowers, scrolling forms, and shell-like accents.
The underside bears the impressed Luigi Zortea/Bassano maker’s mark.
Luigi Zortea established his ceramic workshop in Bassano del Grappa in 1921 and became known for highly detailed decorative ceramics inspired by traditional Italian and European Baroque designs.
Details:
• Maker: Luigi Zortea
• Origin: Bassano del Grappa, Italy
• Height: Approximately 8”
• Color: White / Blanc de Chine style
• Material: Glazed ceramic
• Design: Cherubs / Putti / Applied Flowers
• Type: Candleholder / Candlestick
• Style: Rococo Revival / Baroque Revival
• Vintage Italian decorative ceramic
• Impressed maker’s mark on underside
A wonderful piece for collectors of Luigi Zortea, Bassano ceramics, Italian pottery, cherubs, putti, blanc de chine, Rococo décor, or vintage European ceramics.
Due to the age and delicate applied floral decoration, minor imperfections should be expected. Photos are considered part of the description.
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