Vintage Italian Ceramic Lemon Topiary

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This striking piece is a vintage Italian ceramic lemon topiary, a radiant and cheerful example of midcentury Mediterranean craftsmanship.

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… Read more This striking piece is a vintage Italian ceramic lemon topiary, a radiant and cheerful example of midcentury Mediterranean craftsmanship.

Description:
• Form: The sculpture takes the form of a dense cluster of lemons arranged in a rounded, dome-like composition that rises from a pedestal base. Each lemon is hand-sculpted and layered to create a sense of lush abundance and natural rhythm.
• Color & Glaze: The lemons are glazed in brilliant shades of sunny yellow and golden citrus tones, with subtle variation that mimics the natural fruit’s ripeness. Each lemon is interspersed with deep emerald-green leaves, their surfaces glossy and veined for lifelike texture. The combination of the bright yellows and deep greens gives the piece a vivid, fresh contrast.
• Base: The pedestal base is white ceramic, sculpted in an intertwined rope-and-basket motif—an elegant nod to traditional Italian majolica designs. The glaze on the base is smooth and glossy, providing a refined foundation that complements the colorful topiary.
• Markings: The underside shows vent holes typical of hand-molded ceramic, along with faint maker’s marks suggesting an Italian origin, possibly from the Capodimonte or Bassano region, both known for fruit-form ceramics.

Overall Impression:
This piece is both whimsical and opulent, embodying the sun-drenched spirit of the Amalfi Coast. Its exuberant color and classic form make it an ideal centerpiece for a coastal or Mediterranean-inspired interior. Whether displayed on a console, dining table, or as part of a collection, it instantly evokes warmth, hospitality, and the artistry of hand-glazed ceramics. See less