A bit thanks to Alessandra for getting in touch in January 2025. She found this lovely piece in Milan and has managed to get it safely back to her home country of Australia!
There is not much to go on, with no designer markings other than the small torn sticker underneath. Do get in touch if you have any ideas.
The current best bet in the household is by the artist who is signed as “Ruggeri”, so perhaps an early piece from Paoli Bros.?
1950s vintage chalkware statues 