Scheda Oggetti
Schede catalografiche di base compilate da Alessandro Grossi
Gli oggetti qui schedati sono rappresentazioni fisiche delle figure dell’immaginario o strumenti di attività lavorative della civiltà contadina legati prevalentemente alla tessitura e/o all’intrecciatura. Le statuette prevalentemente in terracotta sono il risultato di attività scolastiche con gli alunni dei Licei Artistici della provincia di Lucca e ripropongono storie e personaggi dell’immaginario folklorico.
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166 records found.
Golden Ceremonial Mask
Folk Figures and NarrativesDecorative mask entirely gilded, with a surface engraved with floral and arabesque motifs. The face features elongated eyes and a prominent nose, while the mouth is covered by…
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- Category
- Artistic and ritual object
- Provenance
- Donated by Alfonso Bertucci
- Materials
- Gilded metal or ceramic with metallic finish
- Technique
- Hand modeling and engraving with embossed decorations and gilding
- Dimensions
- approx. 25 × 18 × 8 cm
- Dating
- 20th–21st century
- Location
- Italian Museum of Folk Imagination – Folk Figures and Narratives Section
- Condition
- Excellent; gilding well preserved
- Interpretation and context
- The mask, donated by Alfonso Bertucci, evokes the ritual and symbolic dimension of the covered face, where gold represents divine light and spiritual transformation. The decorative engraving suggests a connection with sacred art and the tradition of votive masks.
- Compiled by
- Alessandro Grossi
Egyptian Decorative Mask, Tutankhamun
Folk Figures and NarrativesDecorative reproduction of the famous funerary mask of Pharaoh Tutankhamun. The mask features the typical blue-and-gold striped nemes headdress, the cobra and vulture on the forehead, and a…
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- Category
- Artistic and historical object
- Provenance
- Donated by Alfonso Bertucci
- Materials
- Painted resin or ceramic with gilded finish and colored enamels
- Technique
- Hand modeling and painting with polychrome details and gilding
- Dimensions
- approx. 25 × 18 × 8 cm
- Dating
- 20th–21st century
- Location
- Italian Museum of Folk Imagination – Folk Figures and Narratives Section
- Condition
- Excellent; colors and gilding well preserved
- Interpretation and context
- The mask, donated by Alfonso Bertucci, represents one of the most recognizable symbols of Egyptian art, an emblem of eternity and divine power. The reproduction celebrates the beauty and formal perfection of the original, turning it into an object of memory and cultural fascination.
- Compiled by
- Alessandro Grossi
Terracotta Mask with Veil
Folk Figures and NarrativesTerracotta mask depicting a female face with closed eyes, wrapped in a flowing veil that simulates soft fabric folds. The serene, contemplative expression conveys a sense of calm…
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- Category
- Artistic and decorative object
- Provenance
- Donated by Alfonso Bertucci
- Materials
- Molded terracotta and synthetic fabric or resin with cloth effect
- Technique
- Hand modeling and sculptural composition with draped effect
- Dimensions
- approx. 25 × 20 × 10 cm
- Dating
- 20th–21st century
- Location
- Italian Museum of Folk Imagination – Folk Figures and Narratives Section
- Condition
- Excellent; surface intact and well preserved
- Interpretation and context
- The mask, donated by Alfonso Bertucci, represents inner calm and silent beauty. The veil surrounding the face evokes mystery and protection, symbolizing intimacy and meditation.
- Compiled by
- Alessandro Grossi
Sun and Moon Decorative Mask
Folk Figures and NarrativesCeramic mask depicting the symbolic fusion of the Sun and the Moon. The left half, black with white and gold motifs, represents the Moon; the right half, white…
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- Category
- Artistic and decorative object
- Provenance
- Donated by Alfonso Bertucci
- Materials
- Painted and glazed ceramic
- Technique
- Hand modeling and painting with gilded decorations and color contrast
- Dimensions
- approx. 25 × 20 × 8 cm
- Dating
- 20th–21st century
- Location
- Italian Museum of Folk Imagination – Folk Figures and Narratives Section
- Condition
- Excellent; colors and glaze well preserved
- Interpretation and context
- The mask, donated by Alfonso Bertucci, represents the universal duality between day and night, masculine and feminine, visible and invisible. The union of the two faces symbolizes the cyclic nature of time and the complementarity of opposites.
- Compiled by
- Alessandro Grossi
Golden Mask with Solar Motif
Folk Figures and NarrativesCeramic mask decorated with a golden background and blue and white motifs. A large blue circular element stands out at the center of the forehead, surrounded by stylized…
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- Category
- Artistic and decorative object
- Provenance
- Donated by Alfonso Bertucci
- Materials
- Painted and gilded ceramic
- Technique
- Hand modeling and painting with gilded applications and ornamental motifs
- Dimensions
- approx. 22 × 18 × 8 cm
- Dating
- 20th–21st century
- Location
- Italian Museum of Folk Imagination – Folk Figures and Narratives Section
- Condition
- Excellent; gilding and colors well preserved
- Interpretation and context
- The mask, donated by Alfonso Bertucci, represents the fusion between solar symbolism and ritual decoration. Gold and blue evoke the duality between light and depth, turning the face into an emblem of balance and spiritual beauty.
- Compiled by
- Alessandro Grossi
Polychrome Ceremonial Mask with Feathered Headdress
Folk Figures and NarrativesWooden mask with a dark face and a fan-shaped headdress composed of pointed elements painted in green, blue, and purple with glitter effect. At the center of the…
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- Category
- Artistic and ritual object
- Provenance
- Donated by Alfonso Bertucci
- Materials
- Painted wood with glitter and metallic inserts
- Technique
- Hand carving and painting with decorative applications and glossy finish
- Dimensions
- approx. 25 × 20 × 8 cm
- Dating
- 20th–21st century
- Location
- Italian Museum of Folk Imagination – Folk Figures and Narratives Section
- Condition
- Excellent; colors and decorations well preserved
- Interpretation and context
- The mask, donated by Alfonso Bertucci, represents the connection between humankind and natural forces. The vivid colors and upward shapes evoke the sky and rebirth, while the dark face symbolizes the earth and ancestral memory.
- Compiled by
- Alessandro Grossi
Tribal Mask in Bone or Resin
Folk Figures and NarrativesDecorative mask of tribal inspiration, made of light-colored material with dark engravings. The face features half-closed eyes and vertical lines on the forehead and cheeks, while the upper…
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- Category
- Artistic and ritual object
- Provenance
- Donated by Alfonso Bertucci
- Materials
- Carved and painted resin or bone
- Technique
- Hand carving and engraving with linear and geometric decorations
- Dimensions
- approx. 25 × 18 × 8 cm
- Dating
- 20th–21st century
- Location
- Italian Museum of Folk Imagination – Folk Figures and Narratives Section
- Condition
- Excellent; engravings well preserved
- Interpretation and context
- The mask, donated by Alfonso Bertucci, recalls African and Oceanic traditions, where the carved face represents connection with ancestors and spiritual strength. The geometric motifs and symmetry suggest balance and sacredness.
- Compiled by
- Alessandro Grossi
Monochrome African wooden mask
Folk Figures and NarrativesDark wooden mask, finely carved and polished, depicting a stylized human face with a solemn expression. The surface shows a uniform reddish-brown reflective tone. The face is framed…
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- Category
- Ritual and artistic object
- Provenance
- Donated by Laura Capelli
- Materials
- Carved and polished wood
- Technique
- Hand carving and smoothing with wax or natural oil finish
- Dimensions
- approx. 40 × 15 × 8 cm
- Dating
- 20th century
- Location
- Italian Museum of Folk Imagination – Folk Figures and Narratives Section
- Condition
- Excellent; glossy surface well preserved
- Interpretation and context
- African ceremonial mask, likely associated with rituals of elderhood or wisdom. The beard and headdress symbolize respect and knowledge, while the elongated form evokes continuity between earthly and spiritual realms.
Shows affinities with Yoruba and Fang traditions, where the bearded male figure represents the wise man or protective ancestor. The use of dark polished wood enhances the sacred character of the object. - Compiled by
- Alessandro Grossi
Zoomorphic decorative mask
Folk Figures and NarrativesSmall mask depicting a zoomorphic face, with features reminiscent of a bird of prey or mythical creature. The surface is painted in metallic gold and blue-green tones, while…
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- Category
- Artistic and theatrical mask
- Provenance
- Donated by Laura Capelli
- Materials
- Painted ceramic or plaster
- Technique
- Hand modeling and painting with metallic and acrylic pigments
- Dimensions
- approx. 18 × 15 × 8 cm
- Dating
- 20th–21st century
- Location
- Italian Museum of Folk Imagination – Folk Figures and Narratives Section
- Condition
- Good; pigments well preserved with slight wear marks
- Interpretation and context
- Mask of fantastical inspiration, likely used in theatrical contexts or as a decorative element. The red beak and metallic tones evoke strength and mystery, recalling apotropaic figures from European and Mediterranean traditions.
Shows affinities with Venetian masks and figures of Italian folk theatre, where animal and human elements merge to create symbols of metamorphosis and power. - Compiled by
- Alessandro Grossi
Monochrome African wooden mask
Folk Figures and NarrativesDark wooden mask with geometric and angular lines. The stylized face features oval open eyes, a long pointed nose, and carved thin lips. The eyebrows and cheekbones are…
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- Category
- Ritual and artistic mask
- Provenance
- Donated by Laura Capelli
- Materials
- Carved wood
- Technique
- Hand carving with traditional tools and natural finish
- Dimensions
- approx. 30 × 15 × 10 cm
- Dating
- 20th century
- Location
- Italian Museum of Folk Imagination – Folk Figures and Narratives Section
- Condition
- Excellent; intact surface with light natural patina
- Interpretation and context
- African ceremonial mask, likely used in protection or spiritual representation rituals. The essential forms and symmetry evoke balance and inner strength.
Shows affinities with Fang and Dan masks from West Africa, characterized by elongated faces and geometric features symbolizing authority and introspection. - Compiled by
- Alessandro Grossi
African wooden mask
Folk Figures and NarrativesWooden mask depicting a stylized human face with closed eyes and harmonious features. The surface shows reddish-brown tones with darker edges. At the top, an animal figure—likely a…
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- Category
- Ritual and artistic object
- Provenance
- Donated by Alfonso Bertucci
- Materials
- Carved wood and natural pigments
- Technique
- Hand carving and coloring with earth and oxide pigments
- Dimensions
- approx. 28 × 15 × 10 cm
- Dating
- 20th century
- Location
- Italian Museum of Folk Imagination – Folk Figures and Narratives Section
- Condition
- Good; slight wear consistent with age
- Interpretation and context
- African ceremonial mask, likely associated with fertility or protection rituals. The animal element symbolizes the link between humans and nature, while the serene expression evokes the spiritual dimension of the rite.
- Compiled by
- Alessandro Grossi
Two-Tone Decorative Mask with Golden Elements
Folk Figures and NarrativesVenetian-inspired ceramic mask featuring a face divided into two chromatic halves: one white and one red, separated by a golden line. The richly modeled headdress alternates golden, blue,…
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- Category
- Artistic and decorative object
- Provenance
- Donated by Alfonso Bertucci
- Materials
- Painted and gilded ceramic
- Technique
- Hand modeling and painting with gilded applications and glossy glazing
- Dimensions
- approx. 25 × 18 × 8 cm
- Dating
- 20th–21st century
- Location
- Italian Museum of Folk Imagination – Folk Figures and Narratives Section
- Condition
- Excellent; colors and gilding well preserved
- Interpretation and context
- The mask, donated by Alfonso Bertucci, represents the fusion between light and shadow, day and night, in a play of contrasts typical of Venetian carnival art. Gold symbolizes royalty, while red and blue evoke passion and mystery.
- Compiled by
- Alessandro Grossi