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Ceramic Tiger Sculpture Portuguese Folk Art Orange Black Glaze 1960s
$1,232.62
£916.61
€1,030
CA$1,691.80
A$1,847.96
CHF 978.18
MX$22,215.37
NOK 12,434.08
SEK 11,372.96
DKK 7,847.09
About the Item
This striking ceramic tiger sculpture dates to the 1960s and originates from Portugal, a country renowned during this period for its expressive figurative ceramics and strong tradition of hand-painted animal forms. Executed in earthenware and finished with a high-gloss glaze, the piece presents a seated tiger rendered with a confident, almost graphic presence that sits between folk art and decorative modernism.
The body is modeled with smooth, rounded volumes, giving the animal a calm yet alert posture, while the surface is animated by hand-painted black striping set against a rich orange ground. The stripes vary organically in thickness and rhythm, clearly applied by hand, lending the sculpture an unmistakably artisanal character. The face is particularly expressive, with almond-shaped eyes, a softly modeled muzzle, and subtle detailing around the whiskers and nose that adds warmth and personality. The glaze transitions gently across the form, with lighter tones accenting the paws and facial features, creating depth without overcomplication.
Portuguese ceramic animal figures of this era were often produced in small workshops, making each example slightly unique. This tiger embodies the playful yet bold aesthetic typical of mid-century decorative ceramics, equally suited as a standalone sculptural object or as part of a curated interior with eclectic or mid-century influences. It works beautifully as a floor or low-surface statement piece, bringing color, narrative, and a touch of humor into a space.
- Dimensions:Height: 23.43 in (59.5 cm)Width: 13 in (33 cm)Depth: 9.85 in (25 cm)
- Style:Folk Art (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1960
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Lisboa, PT
- Reference Number:Seller: SKU 9221stDibs: LU6719248135772
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