Description
A charming vintage Italian harbor scene acquired during a decorative arts buying trip in Bellagio, Italy. The artwork depicts a tranquil waterfront village with softly rendered stucco buildings, terracotta rooftops, small fishing boats, and shimmering reflections across the water.
The composition has the relaxed, sun-washed character associated with northern Italian lake towns and coastal villages. A rustic dock and moored boats anchor the foreground, while the pale architecture and muted blue sky create a beautifully atmospheric backdrop. The palette includes soft cream, dusty blue, terracotta, muted coral, deep brown, and touches of green.
The artwork is presented beneath glass with a wide, textured ivory linen mat. Its distinctive decorative frame features inset forest-green panels, antiqued gilt borders, and pierced quatrefoil-style corner details. The naturally aged finish gives the frame an elegant, collected appearance and complements the old-world Italian subject beautifully.
Purchased in Bellagio, Italy, during a buying trip, this framed artwork would make a sophisticated addition to a traditional, Mediterranean, Italian country, English country, or layered European-inspired interior.
There is a pair to this lovely piece should you want to hang two similar watercolors together. The frame is an exceptional quality real gold leaf frame with green detail. The dimensions of 12 x 1 x 10 are approximate.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Design Modified
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: These watercolors are in excellent condition. The frames are new and are exquisite. There is another coordinating piece in my shop.
Origin:
Italy
Materials & Techniques:
Watercolor, Wood
Details:
Country of Origin: Italy
Art Subjects: Seascape, Architecture, Landscape
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Framed
The composition has the relaxed, sun-washed character associated with northern Italian lake towns and coastal villages. A rustic dock and moored boats anchor the foreground, while the pale architecture and muted blue sky create a beautifully atmospheric backdrop. The palette includes soft cream, dusty blue, terracotta, muted coral, deep brown, and touches of green.
The artwork is presented beneath glass with a wide, textured ivory linen mat. Its distinctive decorative frame features inset forest-green panels, antiqued gilt borders, and pierced quatrefoil-style corner details. The naturally aged finish gives the frame an elegant, collected appearance and complements the old-world Italian subject beautifully.
Purchased in Bellagio, Italy, during a buying trip, this framed artwork would make a sophisticated addition to a traditional, Mediterranean, Italian country, English country, or layered European-inspired interior.
There is a pair to this lovely piece should you want to hang two similar watercolors together. The frame is an exceptional quality real gold leaf frame with green detail. The dimensions of 12 x 1 x 10 are approximate.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Design Modified
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: These watercolors are in excellent condition. The frames are new and are exquisite. There is another coordinating piece in my shop.
Origin:
Italy
Materials & Techniques:
Watercolor, Wood
Details:
Country of Origin: Italy
Art Subjects: Seascape, Architecture, Landscape
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Framed
Condition
Original Design Modified; Some Imperfections; These watercolors are in excellent condition. The frames are new and are exquisite. There is another coordinating piece in my shop.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
10 x 12 x 1 in
Vintage Italian Harbor Watercolor Painting Purchased in Bellagio, Italy, in Green and Gilt Frame
Estimate $460-$1,130
Starting Price
$220
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Sep 18, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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