This ornamental miniature sculpture features a mixed-media construction, pairing a fine porcelain basin and top figure with a carved alabaster pedestal base. Designed in the style of classical Neoclassical garden fountains, the top highlights a central seated cherub surrounded by perched doves on a decorated rim, while the carved alabaster base showcases scrolling acanthus leaves, floral friezes, and heart-shaped relief detailing.
Decorative carved stone and porcelain miniatures of this genre draw heavily on European Grand Tour souvenirs and traditional Italian craftsmanship, which celebrated classical mythology and garden architecture throughout the late 19th and mid-20th centuries. Standing at a height of 18 cm (h), this delicate piece serves as a charming accent for a mantel, curio cabinet, or vintage collection.
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