Decorative ornament - Italy - Grapes in Stone






Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.
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Decorative vintage sculpture of a polychrome alabaster grape cluster with a wooden stem, dating to 1970–1980, in good condition with signs of age.
Description from the seller
Grappe of alabaster multicolored pearls – Vintage decorative sculpture
Description in Italian
Splendid decorative grape cluster in multicolored alabaster, characterized by spheres in warm, blended colors, in shades of red, orange, yellow and amber. The composition is enriched by a naturally shaped, sinuous branch, which gives the object a sculptural look and a notable decorative impact.
This particular creation recalls the Italian tradition of decorative alabaster art, a material appreciated for its aesthetic qualities and for the ability to achieve smooth surfaces and evocative color gradients.
The polychrome spheres, arranged to reproduce the form of a grape cluster, create an interesting play of colors and reflections. The branch, with its irregular shapes and matt finish, completes the composition with a pleasant contrast between the natural appearance of the support and the brilliance of the decorative elements.
Characteristics of the work
* Object: Decorative sculpture depicting a grape cluster.
* Material: Multicolored alabaster and decorative branch.
* Style: Vintage, classic, naturalistic and rustic.
* Era: Second half of the 20th century, approximately 1960s–1980s.
* Technique: Sculptural composition with polychrome decorative spheres.
* Colors: Red, orange, yellow, amber and brown.
* Subject: Grape cluster, traditional symbol of abundance, prosperity and conviviality.
* Use: Classic furnishing, collecting and interior decoration.
Condition
The object shows a lived-in patina, with abrasions, color loss and signs of age on the spheres and on the branch. These elements are visible in the photographs and give the composition a vintage character.
A statement piece of great personality
This decorative grape cluster is ideal for enhancing classic environments, historic homes, country houses, elegant taverns and antique-style furnishings.
It can be placed on an antique sideboard, a wooden console, a substantial table or inside a display cabinet dedicated to decorative art objects.
The traditional subject and the warm color combination make this piece particularly suitable for vintage object enthusiasts and decorations inspired by nature.
An original decorative element, capable of drawing attention and enriching an environment with the charm of 20th-century ornamental compositions.
Careful packaging will be used to protect the object during transport.
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English Description
Vintage Polychrome Alabaster Grape Cluster – Decorative Sculpture
An attractive decorative grape cluster featuring colourful spheres in warm shades of red, orange, yellow and amber, arranged on a naturally shaped, curved branch.
The composition recalls the tradition of decorative alabaster objects, a material appreciated for its aesthetic qualities and its ability to display smooth surfaces and attractive colour variations.
The colourful spheres are arranged to reproduce a bunch of grapes, creating an appealing interplay of colours and reflections. The irregular branch provides a rustic contrast and enhances the sculptural appearance of the piece.
Main Characteristics
* Object: Decorative grape cluster sculpture.
* Material: Polychrome alabaster and decorative branch.
* Style: Vintage, classic, naturalistic and rustic.
* Period: Second half of the 20th century, approximately 1960s–1980s.
* Technique: Sculptural decorative composition with coloured spheres.
* Colours: Red, orange, yellow, amber and brown.
* Subject: Grapes, traditionally symbolising abundance, prosperity and conviviality.
* Use: Classic interiors, collecting and decorative displays.
Condition
The object displays a vintage appearance, with visible abrasions, colour loss and signs of age on the spheres and branch. These characteristics can be seen in the photographs.
Decorative Appeal
Ideal for classic interiors, country houses, elegant rustic spaces, antique-style furniture and decorative collections.
It can be displayed on an antique sideboard, a wooden console table or inside a cabinet dedicated to decorative objects.
Its traditional subject and warm colours make it a distinctive decorative accessory for collectors and enthusiasts of vintage interiors.
Careful packaging will be used to help protect the object during shipping.
Note: The proposed dating is indicative. Before publishing the listing, it is important to verify that the spheres are actually made of alabaster, because the material cannot be confirmed with certainty from the photographs.
Seller's Story
Grappe of alabaster multicolored pearls – Vintage decorative sculpture
Description in Italian
Splendid decorative grape cluster in multicolored alabaster, characterized by spheres in warm, blended colors, in shades of red, orange, yellow and amber. The composition is enriched by a naturally shaped, sinuous branch, which gives the object a sculptural look and a notable decorative impact.
This particular creation recalls the Italian tradition of decorative alabaster art, a material appreciated for its aesthetic qualities and for the ability to achieve smooth surfaces and evocative color gradients.
The polychrome spheres, arranged to reproduce the form of a grape cluster, create an interesting play of colors and reflections. The branch, with its irregular shapes and matt finish, completes the composition with a pleasant contrast between the natural appearance of the support and the brilliance of the decorative elements.
Characteristics of the work
* Object: Decorative sculpture depicting a grape cluster.
* Material: Multicolored alabaster and decorative branch.
* Style: Vintage, classic, naturalistic and rustic.
* Era: Second half of the 20th century, approximately 1960s–1980s.
* Technique: Sculptural composition with polychrome decorative spheres.
* Colors: Red, orange, yellow, amber and brown.
* Subject: Grape cluster, traditional symbol of abundance, prosperity and conviviality.
* Use: Classic furnishing, collecting and interior decoration.
Condition
The object shows a lived-in patina, with abrasions, color loss and signs of age on the spheres and on the branch. These elements are visible in the photographs and give the composition a vintage character.
A statement piece of great personality
This decorative grape cluster is ideal for enhancing classic environments, historic homes, country houses, elegant taverns and antique-style furnishings.
It can be placed on an antique sideboard, a wooden console, a substantial table or inside a display cabinet dedicated to decorative art objects.
The traditional subject and the warm color combination make this piece particularly suitable for vintage object enthusiasts and decorations inspired by nature.
An original decorative element, capable of drawing attention and enriching an environment with the charm of 20th-century ornamental compositions.
Careful packaging will be used to protect the object during transport.
⸻
English Description
Vintage Polychrome Alabaster Grape Cluster – Decorative Sculpture
An attractive decorative grape cluster featuring colourful spheres in warm shades of red, orange, yellow and amber, arranged on a naturally shaped, curved branch.
The composition recalls the tradition of decorative alabaster objects, a material appreciated for its aesthetic qualities and its ability to display smooth surfaces and attractive colour variations.
The colourful spheres are arranged to reproduce a bunch of grapes, creating an appealing interplay of colours and reflections. The irregular branch provides a rustic contrast and enhances the sculptural appearance of the piece.
Main Characteristics
* Object: Decorative grape cluster sculpture.
* Material: Polychrome alabaster and decorative branch.
* Style: Vintage, classic, naturalistic and rustic.
* Period: Second half of the 20th century, approximately 1960s–1980s.
* Technique: Sculptural decorative composition with coloured spheres.
* Colours: Red, orange, yellow, amber and brown.
* Subject: Grapes, traditionally symbolising abundance, prosperity and conviviality.
* Use: Classic interiors, collecting and decorative displays.
Condition
The object displays a vintage appearance, with visible abrasions, colour loss and signs of age on the spheres and branch. These characteristics can be seen in the photographs.
Decorative Appeal
Ideal for classic interiors, country houses, elegant rustic spaces, antique-style furniture and decorative collections.
It can be displayed on an antique sideboard, a wooden console table or inside a cabinet dedicated to decorative objects.
Its traditional subject and warm colours make it a distinctive decorative accessory for collectors and enthusiasts of vintage interiors.
Careful packaging will be used to help protect the object during shipping.
Note: The proposed dating is indicative. Before publishing the listing, it is important to verify that the spheres are actually made of alabaster, because the material cannot be confirmed with certainty from the photographs.
