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Up for sale is a beautiful mid-century vintage ceramic Madonna bust produced by SACA (Società Accomandita Ceramiche Artistiche) in the famous pottery hub of Sesto Fiorentino, Italy. This elegant piece is heavily inspired by the iconic Art Deco "Madonna with Flower Cloak" designs popularized by high-end Italian studios like Lenci and Zaccagnini.
The bust features a serene Madonna with closed eyes and crossed hands, draped in a cream-colored hood intricately hand-painted with blue floral berries and green foliage accents.
Markings:
The base is fully marked and hand-signed with:
• "SACA"
• "2942" (Model/Design Number)
• "ITALY"
Condition Report (Please Read Carefully & See Photos):
• Structural: There is a vertical hairline fracture on the back lower section of the ceramic body (clearly pointed out in the close-up photos). It is stable but penetrates the clay.
• Surface: Features all-over, authentic vintage glaze crazing typical of mid-century Italian earthenware pottery.
• Overall: No major chips, chunks missing, or signs of past amateur repair. Color and paint details remain vibrant and intact.
Selling as-is due to the noted hairline fracture. This remains a highly collectible and stunning display piece for any collector of vintage mid-century Italian ceramics.
Shipping & Handling:
Will be packed with extreme care using heavy bubble wrap and shipped securely to ensure safe transit.
