Vintage Maro Italy Hand-Carved Wooden Athlete Figurines – Mid Century Set Of 3 For Sale

Authentic Vintage Maro Italy Hand-Carved Wooden Sculptures – Set of Three

Offered is an original mid-century hand-carved wooden figurine set by Maro (Italy), dating to approximately the 1950s–1960s. These sculptural figures represent athletes in motion and are classic examples of Italian Mid-Century Modern folk sculpture.

Each figure is carved from solid wood, with expressive elongated forms, articulated limbs, and contrasting natural wood tones characteristic of Maro’s work. All three are mounted on original bases and retain their original Maro Italy markings on the underside (see photos).

Figures included:

• Bowling athlete holding ball

• Javelin / field athlete

• Stick / field sport athlete, hockey?

Details:

• Maker: Maro (Italy)

• Origin: Italy

• Period: Mid-20th century

• Material: Hand-carved wood

• Height: Approximately 12–14 inches each

Condition:

• Very good vintage condition

• Minor surface wear consistent with age

• No cracks, breaks, or repairs on athletes but end of hockey stick missing. Javelin is likely a replacement.

• Original finish intact

This is a matched set, not mixed figures, and displays exceptionally well together. Genuine Maro athlete figures are increasingly collectible, particularly as complete groups.

Sold as a set of three.

Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description.