In The Gift of Persephone, Antonio Sciacca presents a symbolic female figure whose body recalls the articulated structure of a marionette, creating a compelling dialogue between vulnerability and resilience. Wrapped in sumptuous crimson drapery, she delicately offers an opened pomegranate, one of the most enduring symbols of rebirth, memory and the cyclical nature of existence. The serene expression and ethereal palette contrast with the visible joints of the wooden body, suggesting the tension between destiny and free will. Rooted in Mediterranean mythology and rendered with Sciacca’s distinctive elegance, the work transforms a familiar symbol into a poetic meditation on identity, sacrifice and renewal. Oil on Canvas 2026 — Antonio Sciacca (b. 1957, Catania) is known for his sophisticated still lifes and figurative works that draw on classical composition and contemporary introspection. His paintings are held in private collections across Europe and have been widely exhibited in Italy and abroad. International shipments may be subject to customs duties and import taxes, which are determined by local authorities and are the responsibility of the buyer. Havisham & Co. Presented by Havisham & Co., representing artists whose practices preserve and reinterpret the language of European painting. Instagram: @havishamandco www.havishamandco.com