Vintage Handled Vase with Cherubs. Measures 11 1/2" by about 9" across from handle to handle. 24K Gold Paint. Made in Italy. Good condition but has a crack on the handle (see photo).
This grand Italian porcelain urn is a stunning example of mid-century Neo-Baroque design, capturing the opulent spirit of classical European artistry. Made in Italy, the piece is lavishly decorated with 24K gold paint that highlights its dramatic scrolled handles and tiered architectural base. The central relief features a playful scene of cherubs (or putti) in high detail, a motif deeply rooted in the Italian Capodimonte tradition. The creamy porcelain body provides a soft, elegant contrast to the brilliant gilded accents, making it a bold statement of old-world luxury.
This urn is perfectly suited for a Dark Academia interior, where its mythological subject matter and weathered gold tones add a sense of history and intellectual weight to a library or study. It also complements a maximalist Hollywood Regency aesthetic, serving as a focal point on a mantle or sideboard. While one of the golden handles has a visible crack, the piece remains structurally sound and its decorative value is unmarred, as the flaw sits naturally within the intricate curves of the molding. Its scale and gilded brilliance make it a captivating piece for those who appreciate the intersection of Italian craftsmanship and classical romanticism.
This item is vintage, over 50 years old.
