Large Vintage Italian Alabaster Grape Cluster Sculpture

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A striking and monumental example of Mid-Century Italian decorative art. This hand-carved alabaster grape cluster embodies the exuberance of 1970s … Read more A striking and monumental example of Mid-Century Italian decorative art. This hand-carved alabaster grape cluster embodies the exuberance of 1970s Italian design, rendered in a rare sunset ombré palette.

Each sphere is individually turned from genuine alabaster and hand-dyed in graduating tones of golden amber, honey, tangerine, and crimson. The high-gloss polish enhances the stone’s natural translucence and marbling, creating a luminous, jewel-like effect. The cluster is artfully arranged on a naturalistic driftwood stem, its organic form providing a rustic counterpoint to the refined craftsmanship of the grapes.

This piece is characteristic of the Italian dolce vita aesthetic popularized during the Hollywood Regency period, when natural forms were reinterpreted in luxurious materials for the curated interior. A significant scale and exceptional color saturation make this a coveted collector’s object. See less