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Large Italian Plaster Bust by S. Melani, 1940s–1950s

$3,050.31
£2,265.03
€2,550
CA$4,190.97
A$4,558.15
CHF 2,415.65
MX$54,616.12
NOK 30,701.68
SEK 28,126.92
DKK 19,441.46

About the Item

Large Italian Plaster Bust by S. Melani, 1940s–1950s – Art Deco / Mid-Century Sculpture This striking plaster bust was created in Italy during the 1940s–1950s by the renowned sculptor Salvatore Melani (1902–1934), best known for his Art Deco and early mid-century figurative works. The piece is clearly signed S. Melani and numbered 724 at the base. The sculpture depicts a young woman with wind-swept hair and a radiant smile, her features animated with vitality and optimism. Hand-painted with subtle naturalistic tones and soft highlights, the bust captures both movement and expression in a highly decorative way. While many of Melani’s works are known in terracotta and bronze, this large plaster bust stands out as a rare example of his mid-century shop display figures and sculptural decorations. With its dynamic form and cinematic presence, it bridges Art Deco stylisation with Hollywood Regency glamour, making it both a collectible artwork and a decorative statement piece. Dimensions: 61 cm (24 in) high x 30 cm (11.8 in) wide x 29 cm (11.4 in) deep Material: plaster, hand-painted Mark: signed S. Melani and numbered 724 Place of Origin: Italy Period: Mid-20th century, circa 1940s–1950s Style: Mid-Century Modern, with Art Deco influence Salvatore Melani bust, S. Melani sculpture, Italian plaster bust, Art Deco bust, Mid-Century Italian sculpture, 1940s mannequin bust, Hollywood Regency display figure, collectible plaster bust
  • Creator:
    Salvatore Melani (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.3 in (49 cm)Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)Depth: 11.42 in (29 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Plaster
  • Place of Origin:
    Italy
  • Period:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1930-1950
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. good vintage condition with minor paint wear, small chips and patina consistent with age; no structural damages.
  • Seller Location:
    Antwerp, BE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU950446698372

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