MUSSOLINI FASCIST-ERA PORTRAIT PLAQUE

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331. MUSSOLINI FASCIST-ERA PORTRAIT PLAQUE | Italian Fascist-era decorative plaque featuring a finely incised profile portrait of Benito Mussolini in formal uniform, set within a circular black medallion and contrasting white border. The portrait is mounted on a substantial black rectangular panel and flanked by a stylized gilt fasces, one of the principal emblems adopted by the Fascist regime. Portrait plaques and reliefs of Mussolini were produced in numerous forms during the 1920s?30s for governmental, institutional and private display. From the Italian collection of Steno Tonelli. | 13.5" w. | (Excellent to Pristine Condition) | $300 - $600

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(Excellent to Pristine Condition)