Pair Of 19th-century Italian Terracotta Sculptures Depicting Cherubs

A highly decorative pair of 19th-century Italian terracotta sculptures depicting cherubs playing musical instruments; each figure rests on its own matching pedestal, thus forming an elegant and imposing sculptural ensemble.
These charming figures, traditionally known as *putti* in Italian art, reflect the enduring fascination with angelic musicians in European sculpture, particularly within the Italian Baroque and Rococo traditions.
Beautifully modeled in terracotta, the cherubs display the expressive qualities and sculptural warmth characteristic of traditional Italian craftsmanship. Their musical theme lends the composition a sense of harmony, movement, and theatrical elegance.
These figures reflect the influence of Italian Baroque sculpture, in which angelic musicians and cherubs frequently appeared in ecclesiastical settings, aristocratic interiors, and elaborate architectural compositions.
Each cherub stands 73 cm tall, making these sculptures substantial works of art in their own right.
Displayed on their individual pedestals, the set reaches a total height of 141 cm, giving the pair an exceptional architectural presence.
The pedestals emphasize the figures’ verticality and allow them to be displayed in a magnificent symmetrical arrangement.
Their generous dimensions and classical subject matter make them particularly well-suited for a large entryway, a staircase, a living room, a gallery, a winter garden, or a prestigious residential interior.
A remarkable example of 19th-century Italian decorative sculpture, combining the charm of musician *putti* with the monumental presence of architectural terracotta.
Sold as a pair, with their two pedestals.
Origin
Italy
Period
19th century
Style
Neo-Baroque / Neo-Rococo
Materials
Terracotta
Dimensions (each sculpture with pedestal)
Height: 141 cm
Width: 27 cm
Depth: 27 cm
Cherub sculpture alone:
Height: 73 cm
Condition
Condition consistent with age and use. Please examine the photographs carefully for a detailed assessment of surface wear, minor imperfections, and any previous restorations.
A magnificent pair of Italian musician cherubs, highly decorative, distinguished by their imposing dimensions, elegant pedestals, and timeless sculptural character.
Keywords: Italian terracotta, musical cherubs, musical putti, musical angels, pair of cherubs, 19th-century Italian sculpture, antique terracotta, Neo-Baroque style, Neo-Rococo style, Italian decorative arts, pedestal sculptures, monumental cherubs, Florin Antiques.