Grand Yellow Ceramic Stag Beetle by Enza Fasano | Grottaglie, Italy

Precio normal $1,880.00

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20 1/4”W x 6 1/2”H x 8”D

Commanding the room with its monumental scale, this Grand Ceramic Stag Beetle is a tour de force of sculptural ceramics by Enza Fasano. Crafted in the historic workshops of Grottaglie, Italy, this piece is bathed in a luminous, sun-drenched ochre yellow glaze that evokes the warmth of the Mediterranean sun on ancient stone.

The sheer magnitude of this sculpture allows for an unprecedented level of detail. Its imposing, serrated mandibles stretch upward like architectural arches, leading into a thorax adorned with intricate, baroque-inspired flourishes. The expansive, smooth dome of the abdomen acts as a canvas for the light, reflecting a soft, buttery glow that contrasts with the sharp, articulated edges of its armored form.

Designed to be the centerpiece of any space, this beetle transcends mere decoration. Whether mounted as a dramatic focal point on a gallery wall, displayed as a statement sculpture on a console, or illuminated from within to cast grand, theatrical shadows, it asserts a powerful presence that is both primal and sophisticated.

Enza Fasano, working from her studio in the heart of Grottaglie’s ceramic district, continues the prestigious legacy of her father, Maestro Nicola Fasano. Her work is a masterful blend of "philological artistry" and bold innovation. By scaling up traditional forms and saturating them in emotional, vibrant colors, she and her family create modern heirlooms that honor the deep roots of Apulian craftsmanship while speaking a contemporary visual language.

Italy

2025