An antique second half of the 19th century porcelain figurine of Triton by the Italian company Ginori. The white figure of Triton holds one shell in each hand. Triton is mounted on a relief white pedestal, hand painted with cobalt blue scenes depicting images of fish and other sea creatures. At the bottom of the figure is the mark of the manufacturer, the Italian Florentine company Ginori, and the number 701. According to ancient Greek myths, Tritons are deities, the sons of Poseidon, who blew shells to calm the waves of the sea. Italian Porcelain Pieces, Figures, Figurines, Table Decoration.

Dimensions: H 8 3/4 in. All measurements are approximate.