
Description
An old, Greek Roman terracotta plaque! It feels very Mediterranean with warm earthy terracotta hues layered against aged crisp-white & oceanic blues. It's a bit nautical without feeling like a theme, more than anything it feels inherited, old world. It has a great personality, it's not too ornate or fussy, it's more rugged. The terracotta background has an aged, worn looking dark speckle throughout, its natural and organic looking. It has architectural, authentic, hand-crafted beauty, with a side profile of a Roman emperor, most likely Hadrian, an ancient Roman emperor from 117 to 138 CE. Its beautiful, aged crackle-glazed finish lends a great sense of antiquity and uniqueness. Framing the profile is a hand-painted Mediterranean blue & white, circular wave like motif, with "ADRIANVS" inscribed at the top. Hadrian (officially named Publius Aelius Hadrianus) was also referred to as Adrianus; the€œV" was often used as a€œU" - therefore spelling Adrianus.
Thick and heavy, it's ready to hang with a bracket embedded on the back side. It's a perfect design accessory for an outdoor covered cabana because it's so stylish, relevant, and durable€¦and it has an outdoor palette, a great combination that is not easy to find! It could easily go in a bathroom or kitchen, areas that are also challenging when it comes to accessorizing, it can go anywhere really! These found, architectural, garden pieces are becoming more rare!
We know, it's hard to find, one-of-a-kind pieces! Shop our listings for new inventory, curated from an Interior Architect and Designer's POV. THE TASTEMAKER SHOPPE offers an exclusive mix of€˜new & old' furnishings, founded solely on good taste, not limited by any style or era.
Condition: Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Wear is consistent w/ age & use.
Dimensions:
Height: 18 in.
Width: 18 in.
Depth: 2 in.
Category: Sculptural Wall Objects
Origin: United States
Materials: Porcelain
Shipping:Domestic: Flat-rate of$70.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S. International: No International Shipping for this auction. Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding. Location: This item ships from Scottsdale, AZ
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Thick and heavy, it's ready to hang with a bracket embedded on the back side. It's a perfect design accessory for an outdoor covered cabana because it's so stylish, relevant, and durable€¦and it has an outdoor palette, a great combination that is not easy to find! It could easily go in a bathroom or kitchen, areas that are also challenging when it comes to accessorizing, it can go anywhere really! These found, architectural, garden pieces are becoming more rare!
We know, it's hard to find, one-of-a-kind pieces! Shop our listings for new inventory, curated from an Interior Architect and Designer's POV. THE TASTEMAKER SHOPPE offers an exclusive mix of€˜new & old' furnishings, founded solely on good taste, not limited by any style or era.
Condition: Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Wear is consistent w/ age & use.
Dimensions:
Height: 18 in.
Width: 18 in.
Depth: 2 in.
Category: Sculptural Wall Objects
Origin: United States
Materials: Porcelain
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Wear is consistent w/ age & use.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Mid 20th Century Glazed Terracotta Roman Wall Sculpture Plaque
Estimate $2,100-$6,300
Starting Price
$1,000
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