Cantagalli, Renaissance Style Majolica Bust Wall Plaque

Italy, blue and white glazed terracotta roundel, signed to the verso with the firm's cockerel mark, molded in high relief as a male bust in profile looking dexter. 13 1/4 x 11 1/4 x 4 1/2 in. Ulisse Cantagalli (1839-1901), began the Cantagalli firm the late 19th century. After his passing in 1901, the firm continued operation under his wife until 1934, and then passed to Amerigo Menegatti, former artistic director of the factory, and eventually closed in the 1980s. Some glaze chipping to the shoulder edge and perimeter, a few minor surface marks.

Estimation:€89.24

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