Italian Majolica 'THE SAXAPHONE PLAYER' Frog Figurine
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T HE S AXAPHONE P LAYER ITALIAN M AJOLICA F ROG F IGURINE ENLARGED VIEWS AVAILABLE BELOW As with all online auctions offered by Syrus Design International, this art piece is offered at the Lowest Starting Bid possible, with Absolutely No Reserve. This gorgeous Majolica Figural has been handcrafted in Umbria. Majolica is an art form dating back to the 14th century, and pieces have been found on numerous archeological sites throughout the world. Each terra-cotta based piece is beautifully hand painted and twice fired in the kiln. The most beautiful Majolica from Italy, if not the world, comes from Tuscany and Umbria. The pieces released from this area can be painted and fired again and again, up to ten times, ensuring a depth and richness completely unrivaled by others. Needless to say, authentic pieces from this region are much more sought after by professional designers and collectors alike, and the ever rising market value confirms this. T his beautiful Majolica offering from the Musician series, 'The Saxaphone Player ' is particularly fine. Colouration is superb, as is the hand that formed the whimsical details. Craquelure displays great depth and richness, with a wonderfully captured expression. We have a limited amount of complementary Umbrian Majolica pieces from the Musician series slated for eBay release in the coming
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