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Measures

17.5” x 5.5” At it’s highest point.

This is a porcelain figurine of a hunting dog (likely an Irish Setter or Golden Retriever) made in Italy. The underside shows:

• “Made in Italy” impressed mark

• A blue crown and “N” mark

• A signature “G. Macchietti” (or similar) inscribed into the clay

These elements point to Capodimonte porcelain, a famous Italian tradition of highly detailed, hand-painted ceramics. The crown and “N” are particularly important, as they are a hallmark associated with Capodimonte-style porcelain, originating in Naples in the 18th century. Later Italian makers in the 20th century also used this style of mark.

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🖌 About the Signature

The name inscribed looks like G. Macchietti, an Italian sculptor known for designing animal and figurine subjects for Capodimonte-style factories in the mid-20th century. His works were typically realistic and expressive — like the detailed fur and lifelike stance on your dog.

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📏 Typical Features

• Material: Hand-painted porcelain

• Era: Most likely mid-20th century (1950s–1970s)

• Style: Realistic animal sculpture with fine texturing and naturalistic painting

• Maker: Italian artisan working in the Capodimonte tradition, signed by Macchietti.