Exquisite mid-century Italian sacred art piece, featuring a beautiful embossed copper plaque of the Madonna and Child by the renowned artist Aldo Bertagna (1920-1998), dating back to the 1970s.
This artwork is a magnificent example of post-war Italian devotion craftsmanship. The relief is meticulously crafted from a thin sheet of calandered copper using advanced embossing and chasing techniques. The background shows an elegant hand-hammered honeycomb texture that creates a striking interplay of light and shadow, enhanced by a professional burnished bronze patina.
The piece is authentically hand-signed "Bertagna" in the lower right corner of the metal plaque.
The presentation of this artwork significantly elevates its collectibility: it showcases a high-quality solid wood frame and a luxury tailored fabric passe-partout, typical of top-tier art gallery framing from the 1970s. The entire piece is fully protected by its original front glass, which has preserved the copper patina perfectly intact over the decades.
DIMENSIONS
· Copper Plaque: 23 × 15 cm / approx. 9.05 × 5.90 inches
· Total Frame Size: 45.5 × 37.5 cm / approx. 17.91 x 14.76 inches
CONDITIONS
Excellent vintage condition. The copper plaque is flawless with no dents or scratches, retaining its original rich patina. The solid wood frame is sturdy and well-preserved, and the fabric passe-partout remains clean and free of stains. The backing is completely original and secure. (Please review all high-resolution photos carefully as they form part of the description).
SHIPPING
Express shipping with professional packaging.
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