Vintage Capodimonte Italy Porcelain Germano Cortese Old Couple on a Bench Signed For Sale

Up for sale is a stunning vintage Capodimonte Italian porcelain sculpture “Old Couple on a Bench” created by Master Artist Germano Cortese. Item Overview: This sculpture depicts a heartwarming, highly expressive scene of an elderly couple sharing a quiet moment on a rustic park bench. This piece is a masterpiece of realistic folk art, intricately hand-sculpted by the highly celebrated Italian porcelain master Germano Cortese. The level of detail in their facial features, clothing folds, and posture beautifully showcases Cortese's renowned style. Provenance and Hallmarks:
Signature: Hand-signed by the artist, Germano Cortese, directly into the porcelain base. Authenticity Marks: The base proudly bears the historic, crowned blue Capodimonte "N" hallmark, guaranteeing its authentic origin from Naples, Italy. Condition Details: (Please Read): Overall in gorgeous vintage condition! The painted glaze remains vibrant with no major cracks, structural breaks, or repairs. Collector's Note on Condition: To ensure total transparency, there is minor, typical wear to the intricate foliage details in the vegetable basket on the bench. A few tiny vegetable stems/leaves are chipped away, exposing small spots of the white raw porcelain underneath the paint (clearly highlighted in the close-up photos). This is extremely common for delicate Capodimonte pieces of this age and does not detract from the magnificent display quality of the figures. Comes from a clean, smoke-free home! Shipping & Handling: Due to the highly intricate and fragile nature of the Capodimonte porcelain, this sculpture will be packed with professional care utilizing heavy-duty bubble wrap, extra cushioning, and a sturdy double box method for safe shipping

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