Italian sculpture Notre-Dame de Lorette by G. Ruggeri for Tito Bia

Vintage Italian sculpture representing Our Lady of Loreto and the Child, created by G. Ruggeri for the Tito Bianchi workshops in Tuscany around the 1970s-1980s. This piece features remarkable ornamental work inspired by Italian Baroque sacred art: sacred hearts, beaded friezes, crosses, and stylised motifs cover the entire silhouette with great finesse of relief. Made from a material typical of the Volterra workshops — a composite of alabaster and marble powder — the sculpture rests on an elegant veined black marble base that enhances its architectural and sculptural character. The glossy ivory finish and very elongated proportions give this piece a strong decorative presence despite its compact size. It fits well in both minimalist and maximalist interiors, contemporary monastic settings, wabi-sabi, or curiosity cabinets. The signature G. Ruggeri is visible in the material, along with a monogrammed disc on the back. Condition: Very good overall vintage condition. No chips or breaks. There is a discreet mark of about 8 mm on the back visible in the photographs. Very slight patina of time. Dimensions: • height: 29 cm. • base: 12 cm. • weight: approximately 1.25 kg. Origin: Italy. Period: 1970s-1980s. Materials: composite alabaster, marble powder, resin, and black marble.