Mosaic - Andrea & Mauro Hafsi (Ravenna) - 1970-1980 - Voltolino of the Basilica of San Vitale

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Description from the seller

Production: Andrea & Mauro Hafsi Artisan Workshop (Ravenna)
Technique: Handmade Byzantine mosaic
Dimensions: 21.5 cm x 21.5 cm (frame included)
Condition: Excellent, like new, flawless tesserae.
Splendid artistic mosaic made entirely by hand in Ravenna, the world capital of mosaics.
The piece is a faithful reproduction of the famous "Voltolino" (little bird) from the Basilica of San Vitale, one of the most famous and iconic paleochristian details in Italy.
The mosaic was created by master mosaicists Andrea & Mauro Hafsi, using traditional Byzantine technique with premium hand-cut tesserae.
On the back is the original guarantee certificate from the Ravenna workshop attesting to its authenticity and artistic value.
The piece is part of an exclusive special edition commissioned for Edison Gas (as indicated by the "Edison Gas" plaque on the back), a factor that certifies its formal provenance and institutional quality.
A perfect work of art for collectors, lovers of artistic vintage, or as an elegant furnishing accessory for offices and homes.

Production: Andrea & Mauro Hafsi Artisan Workshop (Ravenna)
Technique: Handmade Byzantine mosaic
Dimensions: 21.5 cm x 21.5 cm (frame included)
Condition: Excellent, like new, flawless tesserae.
Splendid artistic mosaic made entirely by hand in Ravenna, the world capital of mosaics.
The piece is a faithful reproduction of the famous "Voltolino" (little bird) from the Basilica of San Vitale, one of the most famous and iconic paleochristian details in Italy.
The mosaic was created by master mosaicists Andrea & Mauro Hafsi, using traditional Byzantine technique with premium hand-cut tesserae.
On the back is the original guarantee certificate from the Ravenna workshop attesting to its authenticity and artistic value.
The piece is part of an exclusive special edition commissioned for Edison Gas (as indicated by the "Edison Gas" plaque on the back), a factor that certifies its formal provenance and institutional quality.
A perfect work of art for collectors, lovers of artistic vintage, or as an elegant furnishing accessory for offices and homes.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Andrea & Mauro Hafsi (Ravenna)
Specific region of origin
EMILIA ROMAGNA
Title additional information
Voltolino of the Basilica of San Vitale
Number of objects
1
Material
Pasta vetria, Wood
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
21 cm
Width
20 cm
Depth
3 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
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