Mid-Century Gilded Ceramic Cherub Wall Plaque

This item is a decorative wall plaque depicting a flying or reclining cherub (putto). It is constructed from glazed ceramic or porcelain, featuring a smooth, cream-toned or ivory-colored finish with a subtle luster. The cherub's hair and scalloped loincloth are accented with metallic gold gilding, likely applied over the glaze. This style of accentuation is characteristic of mid-20th-century decorative ceramics, often produced in Italy or Japan between the 1950s and 1970s. The figure displays a soft, rounded aesthetic with molded details in the wings, curly hair, and facial features. The cherub has a small red pigment dot indicating the mouth. Condition-wise, the piece shows visible age-related wear, specifically some thinning and rubbing of the gold gilding on the high points of the hair and drapery. There appears to be light surface grime and a minor dark speck or pit on the lower left leg, though no major chips, cracks, or structural repairs are immediately visible in the frontal view. The craftsmanship reflects mass-market decorative arts common for home interiors of the era, emphasizing a classical, romanticized Baroque-revival style.