Castelli Earthenware Pistol, Early 18th Century, In Need Of Restoration

Castelli Earthenware Pistol, Early 18th Century, In Need Of Restoration-photo-3

Castelli Earthenware Pistol, Early 18th Century, In Need Of Restoration-photo-4

Object description :

"Castelli Earthenware Pistol, Early 18th Century, In Need Of Restoration"

Faience pistol, most likely Castelli, from Southern Italy, with an ochre main body, highlighted in blue for: the flintlock in relief, the hammer, the scroll decoration on the top. A similar model is kept in the Pesaro Museum, from the Mazza collection. The pistol presented requires restoration, but retains its charm and original decoration, offering a fine example of Castelli faience from Southern Italy from the late 17th or early 18th century. Origin: Most likely Castelli, Southern Italy Period: Late 17th – early 18th century Technique: Faience Condition: To be restored, decoration preserved

Price: 380 €

Period: 18th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Some repairs

Length: 28
Width: 10

Reference: 1616164
Availability: In stock