Italian Majolica Fruit Topiary Centerpiece, Mid-20th Century

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Italian Majolica Fruit Topiary Centerpiece, Mid-20th CenturyA richly detailed Italian majolica fruit topiary, exuberantly modeled as an abundant harvest overflowing from a woven basket base. This sculptural centerpiece captures the tradition of Italian decorative ceramics at its most expressivewhere craftsmanship, color, and naturalism converge. The composition is densely layered with a variety of fruits and foliage, including lemons, apples, grapes, figs, and other seasonal forms, each rendered with

gilt-bronze mounts

representing key motifs from his early ceramic period (1946–1948)

and practicality to any room — perfect on a bar cart

rendered through confident brushwork

The rhythmic scrollwork recalls neoclassical architectural ornament and 18th-century decorative arts

rounded apron accented with delicate brass beading — a restrained detail that enhances the overall sense of precision and craftsmanship

5” H × 11” D

earthen ground create a harmonious

Seated Nude

Marble top with minor wear and natural inclusions

from two-dimensional surface to sculptural expression

(26 cm) diameter