Bidspirit auction | Roman Art Co. Cherub Shell

Roman Art Co. Cherub Shell Wall Pocket - 11 in tall A vintage decorative wall pocket produced by the Roman Art Company of St. Louis, Missouri. The piece is constructed of molded chalkware and features a high-relief depiction of a winged cherub, or putto, in a classical pose. The figure is shown supporting a large, fluted, shell-form basin with a scalloped rim. The back of the basin is flat to allow for flush wall mounting. The item features a matte off-white finish with darker tonal accents used to define the sculptural details. The reverse retains a partial gold foil manufacturer's label that reads Roman Art Co., St. Louis, Mo. There is also a handwritten model number, 453, on the flat back surface. A small metal hanging loop is embedded into the upper portion of the reverse.