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Vintage Italian Relief Wall Art, Romantic Scene, Polychrome Plaster, Signed E. Monti
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There are objects that do not seek to be discreet. They fully embrace their era, their whimsy, and that decorative generosity which now forms their entire charm. This Italian wall hanging is the perfect illustration of that. At the heart of an autumn-colored forest, two children appear frozen in a fairytale moment. One mischievously grasps a branch while the other gives themselves over to reverie, a blue kerchief tied under their chin. Their embossed figures, molded in plaster and delicately polychromed, stand out from the painted background signed E. Monti and dated 1973, creating a lively scene where light plays with the volumes. This aesthetic, which is now readily described as Italian kitsch, has become particularly sought after. It evokes the grand Transalpine villas of the 1970s, mountain hotels, and cozy living rooms where gilding, velvet, carved wood, and travel souvenirs were combined. Long considered outdated, these wall hangings are now experiencing a true comeback thanks to lovers of vintage, maximalist, and eclectic decor. Its oval gold frame, adorned with gadrooning and pearl motifs, reinforces this theatrical presence and makes this composition a true statement piece. Placed in a library, a cabinet of curiosities, a chalet, a country house, or a contemporary interior playing with contrasts, it immediately catches the eye and brings that unashamed retro touch no longer found in current productions. More than a simple decorative object, it is a testament to an era when decoration told stories, when walls were inhabited by poetic scenes, reliefs, and colors. The oval frame measures approximately 40 x 31 cm and shows a slight patina of time, consistent with its age, which fully contributes to its vintage charm. A piece full of nostalgia, gentleness, and authenticity, ideal for lovers of 1970s Italian design.
Additional details:
- Brand: E. Monti
- Designer: E. Monti
- Style: Kitsch italien
- Style: Maximaliste
- Style: Éclectique
- Material: Plâtre
- Material: Peint
- Material: Doré
- Colour: Polychrome
- Period: 1970s
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ConditionGoodColorsGold, BlueStyleVintage
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ProfessionalSaint symphorien des bois, FranceOn Whoppah since August 2026 • 0 sales