Federico melis (1891 - 1969) is a leading figure in sardinian artistic ceramics. This sculpture is representative of the artist's last period when he worked in marche. He then creates very lively sculptures with angular lines and uses the expressive potential of the abstract treatment of material. Pablo picasso, met in cannes during the international ceramic exhibition in 1955, is a strong source of inspiration. this piece is cited in: m. Marini, m. L. Ferru, federico melis. Una vita per la ceramica, edizioni sole, cagliari, 1997, p. 219 i have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs, designer records, or other literature sources and take full responsibility for any authenticity issues arising from misattribution