Italian Owl Statue Appraisal

Italian Cast Resin Owl Figurine

This is a small decorative figurine depicting a stylized owl perched atop a textured branch. The piece is constructed from cast resin or a composite cold-cast material, finished with a multi-tonal brown and ochre color palette to simulate natural wood or stone. The owl's feathers are rendered with a high-relief, stippled texture, while the prominent ear tufts are finished in a darker charcoal gray. A defining feature of this piece is the set of inset glass or acrylic amber-colored eyes, which provide a realistic, luminous focal point. The beak is accented with a warm reddish-orange tone. Notable craftsmanship is visible in the detailed molding of the branch base and the uniform application of the dark wash which enhances the recessed areas of the sculpture. While no specific maker mark is visible from this angle, the style is consistent with mid-to-late 20th-century Italian souvenir or giftware production. The item appears to be in excellent vintage condition with no visible chips, cracks, or significant abrasions to the painted surface, though consistent light patina is present.