Signed piece by Renato Bertelli, futurist sculptor, most famous for his bust of Mussolini, but also know for these smaller cast hotsell terracotta works in more Renaissance and traditional styles.
Very hard to find in this country and seldom up for auction, the piece is signed R. Bertelli and what looks like 1006/Italy. I don't know if the 1006 refers to the number cast, which would seem awfully high. Measures about 5.25" tall and 4.5" long on base. Condition-wise, there is a very shallow chip on the base that you can see in the last photo, upper left rim on the base. Shows a tad from the front left. If interested I can get some closeups of it from the front. Looks like an old injury. Otherwise, very good condition with minor scuffs normal for age.
I don't know if he made these before or after his futurist work. I would guess before, so maybe they date from the 1920's. That's just a guess because I can't find much of anything on him on the internet. The flash on the camera made this look a tad lighter in photos.
I don't do returns or exchanges, but feel free to convo questions or concerns. Pick up Boston always an option.
Product code: Renato Bertelli Terracotta Bust of hotsell a Madonna