In a small stone village, time seems to slow down. A woman stands under a window full of flowers, as if she is listening to a distant memory or quietly waiting for someone. Nearby, a black cat watches the peaceful scene in silence.

The old stone arches lead the eye through the narrow streets, revealing hidden corners and the beauty of the village. Every turn suggests a new story, a new path, and a moment where past and present meet.

Made from carefully selected natural stones, this mosaic turns the beauty of marble into a story. The natural colors and patterns of each piece add warmth, texture, and depth to the artwork. Instead of telling one fixed story, it invites every viewer to imagine their own memories, feelings, and meaning.

This mosaic is Renzo Scarpelli's final work, completed by the master craftsman and founder of Scarpelli Mosaici. As the last testament to his extraordinary artistic vision, it holds a unique place in the history of the workshop. The piece is not for sale and will remain forever in the family's private collection, preserving the exceptional craftsmanship, impeccable technique, and lifelong dedication that defined Renzo Scarpelli's legacy. 

Stones used: Yellow marble from Siena, Gabbro, Murignalla, Paesina, Sodalite, Labradorite, Onyx

Year of composition: 2018

Size: cm 41x53

Artist: Renzo 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.