RARE Vintage Italian Majolica Pottery Wall Hanging - Lemon Pear Apple Leaves For Sale

RARE Vintage Italian Majolica Pottery Wall Hanging - Lemon Pear Apple LeavesAdd some vintage flair to your home decor with this beautiful Italian Wall Hanging. The botanical motif features a dimensional backdrop of leaves with a sculptural cluster of a lemon, apple, and pear. Handmade of thick majolica pottery, this beautiful piece is finished with the traditional glossy glaze. Top includes hole for hanging and back features 'Made in Italy' incised stamp. Freshen up your kitchen or breakfast room with this charming hand painted trompe l'oeil arrangement. Dimensions/Measurements: 9"W x 9"H x 3.5"D each (approximate); heavy weighing 2lbs 3ozCondition: Great condition, vintage wall hanging with light crazing in glaze and minor signs of wear due to age (refer to photos).
This RARE combination depicting a lemon, apple, and pear has symbolic roots dating back to Greek and Roman times. The lemon symbolizes prosperity, apple represents immortality and knowledge, and the pear is said to bring fertility and fidelity in marriage. Fresh fruit is seen as a sign of mortality, intended to portray the transient nature of our existence while celebrating vitality and abundance.