Vintage Mid-Century Art Deco Wood Marquetry Wall Art

Vintage Mid-Century Art Deco Wood Marquetry Wall Art – Modigliani Style Up for auction is a stunning, large-scale vintage wood marquetry (inlaid wood) panel depicting a stylized, elegant female figure reclining among climbing grapevines. This exceptional piece features masterfully selected wood veneers, using the natural grain of the wood to create muscle contours, depth, and fluid shading. The artwork features striking hallmarks of mid-century Modernism and the Art Deco period, heavily inspired by the elongated, avant-garde style of Amedeo Modigliani. The subject captures a classical theme, portraying a nymph or Bacchante holding a wine vessel amidst flowing vines. Crafted with incredible precision, each individual piece of wood veneer is seamlessly fitted flush to create a smooth, continuous surface. Given the subject matter and style, this piece is highly characteristic of premium mid-century Italian craftsmanship from Sorrento workshops. Specifications • Medium: Multi-wood Marquetry / Inlaid Wood Veneer • Period: Circa 1930s–1950s (Mid-Century / Art Deco) • Subject: Stylized Reclining Nymph with Grapevines • Style: Art Deco / Italian Modernist / Modigliani Inspired • Dimensions: 19" x 25" (Approx. 48 x 64 cm) – A substantial, gallery-sized exhibition piece rarely seen in this scale. • Framing: Set in its original, robust matching wood frame. Condition Report • Excellent vintage condition. • The intricate inlay work remains exceptionally tight and flush, demonstrating the superior quality of the original craftsmanship. • Beautiful natural patina to the wood grains with rich, warm tones throughout nearest intersection Yonge Street and Steeles