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Offered is a fine Italian antique porcelain figural group featuring five intricately modeled putti (cherubs or boys) gathered around a central column monument, serving as an Allegory of the Senses or a Bacchic celebration. The lower edge of the base bears an underglaze blue Crowned \"N\" mark. The underside retains a vintage collector or dealer label attributing the piece to the renowned Ginori (Doccia) factory of Florence, Italy. Following the closure of the Royal Factory of Naples, Ginori acquired many of the historic molds and produced exceptionally high-quality revival porcelains using the iconic Capodimonte mark throughout the 19th century. This piece is a superb example of Italian hard-paste porcelain craftsmanship, likely produced circa 1820–1880.
Literature covering related Italian and Capodimonte-style porcelain includes Capodimonte Collectibles by Catherine P. Bloom, Italian Porcelain by Arthur Lane, and Le Porcellane di Doccia by Leonardo Ginori Lisci.
Condition: Good antique condition overall. The unglazed underside exhibits a tight, stable hairline firing fissure running inward from the outer rim. This is an original manufacturing artifact caused by uneven clay shrinkage in the kiln during production, typical of large, complex 19th-century porcelain groups. The delicate extremities, including the fingers, wings, and floral petals, appear remarkably intact, though minor fleabites or microscopic wear consistent with a complex figural group of this age may be present. No major structural breaks or restorations observed. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description and condition report.
Dimensions: 5 1/2 inches in diameter and 10 inches tall.
Disclosure and Final Sale Statement: Due to the nature of antique and one-of-a-kind items, all sales are considered final unless the item is damaged or significantly not as described. Descriptions are provided to the best of our knowledge, and opinions regarding age, attribution, origin, and authenticity may vary among experts. Photographs are considered part of the description; please review all images carefully and ask any questions prior to purchase.
