LARGE VASE in the formal language of the Renaissance; majolica, light-colored body (unmarked), polychrome glazed, Italy, mid-20th century. Amphora shape with arched and profiled round base with conical shaft, ovoidal body with incurved shoulder, conical neck with nodus and trumpet-shaped mouth; applied curved handles with mascarons and female half-nudes arising from acanthus leaves. Surrounding painting of antique scenes with winged putti in park-like landscape. H. 63,5 cm; D. 41 cm (partially rubbed, stand bumped: two fragments glued).