Large Italian Platter with Portrait After Botticelli

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A large, hand-painted Italian platter featuring the portrait of a young man, based on a fresco from the workshop of … Read more A large, hand-painted Italian platter featuring the portrait of a young man, based on a fresco from the workshop of Sandro Botticelli. The reverse bears the inscription "Da un affresco esistente in Roma nella Cappella Sistina, Storia di Mosè (A. Filippi detto Botticelli)," referencing the frescoes in the Sistine Chapel in Rome as the source of inspiration.

The platter features a striking color palette of blue, gold, and brown, set against a rich, ornamental background in the Italian Renaissance style. The surface is glazed and displays fine craquelure consistent with its age.

A decorative piece suitable for wall mounting or as a striking interior accent. Origin: Italy, 20th century.

Dimensions: Diameter 52 cm See less