Italian Capodimonte Style Ceramic Pitcher - Putti Grape Harvest - 20th Century - Hand Painted - 20 cm

Decorative Italian artistic ceramic pitcher executed in the Capodimonte style, dating to the mid-20th century. The piece features elaborate figurative modeling depicting a classical grape harvest scene.

Historical Context: This work follows the tradition of Northern Italian ceramics (likely from Bassano or Nove workshops), which revitalized the neoclassical style of 'putti' and relief floral motifs during the post-war period. This type of glazed earthenware is representative of Italian export craftsmanship from the 1950s and 1960s.

Technical Details:
- Period: 1950s.
- Technique / Style: High relief modeling with hand-applied polychrome; handle sculpted in the form of an organic branch.
- Measurements: Height: 20 cm (7.9 inches). Maximum diameter: 16 cm (6.3 inches).
- Material: Polychrome glazed ceramic.
- Condition: Excellent preservation. No cracks, chips, or restorations observed. Features light glaze crazing, natural for the aging of the material.

Valuation: Object of high decorative value, ideal for collecting European ceramics or integrating into Mid-Century style interior design projects.