Antique Italian Majolica Glazed Terra Cotta Blackamoor Figural Statue Jardinière

A tall ceramic or porcelain figurine of a Black woman standing on a decorative base. She is dressed in a patterned skirt and striped top, with a bowl or container balanced on her head and one hand supporting it. This type of figurine may be categorized as "Black Americana" or "Blackamoor" style, which can be highly controversial. Such items were historically produced in the 19th and early 20th centuries and often reflect stereotyped or romanticized depictions of Black individuals. Very Rare and amazing collectible Jardiniere.These wonderful figures are unmarked. There is a mat quality to the glaze of the clothing that suggests a Portuguese manufacture. However, they might well be English, as suggested by the treatment of the pot and base. Condition: Style: Italian Country of Origin: Italy Item Weight: 40 lb