Yellow Rose

The rose has been associated with very varied and complex meanings and symbols, depending on the time and place of reference, also linked to the color assumed from time to time by the flower. In particular, it can represent passionate love, purity, spiritual elevation, vanity, beauty, sensuality, decadence (for example of the Roman Empire).

Symbol of Life, beauty and youth, this flower have often been associated with the emblem of the Sun due to the star-like arrangement of the petals.

The Rose, for centuries, has been the symbol of love, devotion, admiration, beauty and perfection. It also symbolizes the secret and revealing it delicately. The tightly closed but also embodies female chastity while the blossomed Rose represents youthful beauty. 

In Roman times, this rose was considered a symbol of jealousy and infidelity, but over time its meaning has evolved. Today the yellow rose represents friendship, happiness and inner well-being. The yellow rose is the perfect flower to represent friendship and gratitude. In general, this rose represents happiness, joy and optimism.  The yellow rose can also represent enlightenment and spiritual wisdom.

The yellow rose may want to symbolize sunshine and joy of living, but if it is a pale yellow it represents platonic love; Yellow roses are a symbol of optimism and happiness, perfect for showing friendship and affection. Giving yellow roses is a way to express pride towards the other person. 

Stones used: Yellow and White Magnesite, Belgium Black Marble.

Year of composition: 2024

Size: cm 18x29

Artist: Leonardo Scarpelli

An original and authentic hand-made artwork created whith the antique technique of Commesso Fiorentino which is unique for Florence.

Commesso Fiorentino was born with Medici family, one of the most important families in Florence, in the second half of 1500.

The research of the stones is made by the mosaicist that must be able to choose from a rich and wide range of shades and veins: for this reason the artists personally search and collect the stones retracing the paths of the Medici researchers.

The processing starts by drawing the subject on adhesive paper, that is then cut into small tamplates that will be attached to the variegated shades of the stones following the visual instinct, the innate gift of the artist and his perfect knowledge of the materials. The shape of the little piece will be cut by hand with a chestnut, cherry or hazelnut wood bow and an iron wire that flows with abrasive powder and water. It creates a very precise and inclined cut to form the essential spaces to accommodate the glue, made by artisans with beeswax and pine tree resin. The different stones are previously glued onto a slate surface which acts as a support during the cutting and filing phase. The various pieces which form the composition are adjusted in shape with diamond files, glued together so that the joints are invisible, flattened and finally polished in order to create a perfect decorative harmony showing the colors of nature in all their radiance.