Neapolitan Ceramic Baskets Wall Sculptures with Fish and Seafood by V. Sostegno, 1950s, Set of 2

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A striking pair of neapolitan spaselle in molded and glazed ceramic, depicting traditional fisherman's baskets filled with fish and seafood.

… Read more A striking pair of neapolitan spaselle in molded and glazed ceramic, depicting traditional fisherman's baskets filled with fish and seafood.

the compositions are crafted with great sculptural vivacity: fish, octopus, mollusks, and shells are individually molded and applied by hand, creating a rich, three-dimensional effect reminiscent of scenes from naples' fish markets.

the basket reproduces the weave of spaselle, the typical baskets used by fishermen and in neapolitan markets.

one of the two ceramics is signed on the back "v. Sostegno - napoli," likely referring to a ceramist or modeler active in a neapolitan workshop after world war ii.

the dynamic shapes and the palette of glazes in natural tones of green, brick red, and earth tones are characteristic of neapolitan artisan production in the mid-20th century, around the 1950s and 1960s.

the original hanging cord is present on the back, allowing them to be used as decorative wall sculptures, ideal for mediterranean interiors, kitchens, or coastal settings.

these ceramics evoke the atmosphere of traditional neapolitan fish markets and are a perfect example of mid-20th-century mediterranean decoration, ideal for coastal-style interiors or for collections of vintage italian ceramics.

very original and striking decorative objects, perfect for collectors of italian ceramics or for those who appreciate southern italian craftsmanship.

period: circa 1950s
origin: naples, italy
material: glazed ceramic
signature: v. Sostegno (one piece)
condition: good vintage condition with normal signs of aging for the v. Sostegno-signed spasella; the second spasella has some small losses in the modeling. This piece has an attribution mark,
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