1950s Ugo Zaccagnini Italian Green & Gilt Porcelain Footed Compote / Tazza

Elegant Italian tazza consisting of a wide and shallow bowl on a footed base created by the prestigious porcelain firm of Ugo Zaccagnini. Cream hued porcelain adorned with a green / gold leaf and gold stylized flower bud design. Highly tradition form with fresh mid-century modern decoration. Marks on underside of base: Z initial with squiggly line through and "Italy" plus model #UZ1998 identify this piece as being fabricated between 1937 - 1958. This specific logo was initiated in 1937 to honor the found ("Z" for (Ugo)) Zaccagnini and the squiggle through the Z representing his beloved Monte Oliveto in Tuscany. This mark was then retired in 1958 when his son, Urbano, left leadership of the firm.

Dimensions: 9.25"Dia. x 4.8"H.

Excellent condition; no chips, no cracks, no crazing, minimal gilt wear.

Free local pickup; otherwise shipped via economical parcel delivery.