Description
VTG Handcrafted Ceramic Doll Figurine, Artist Lino Zampiva, Italy Mint Condition. Artist & Origin: Handcrafted in Italy by Lino Zampiva (often marked or referred to as "Zam Piva"). This is a vintage, hand-painted ceramic doll figurine created by the renowned Italian artist Lino Zampiva. About the Figurine Artist & Origin: Handcrafted in Italy by Lino Zampiva (often marked or referred to as "Zam Piva"). His workshop, Pastelceramica, is famous for creating these whimsical, highly recognizable characters. Signature Stylings: This piece showcases the artist's trademark "spaghetti hair" technique (where the ceramic is extruded to look like individual strands of hair or curls) along with a distinctively cute, freckled face and hand-painted clothing textures. The Markings: The close-up image displays the artist's stylized "Zam Piva" signature, typically written directly onto the base or the lower edge of the figurine's skirt. Collectibility: These dolls are popular collectibles among enthusiasts of vintage Italian art pottery. This precious vintage piece is in Mint condition without chips, cracks or repairs (review photos)