Hand-Painted Florentine Miniature Oil Paintings – Pair of ARAM Italian Gold Gilt Framed Floral Art - 4.25”

A little piece of Italian artistry with a whole lot of Old World charm!

This beautiful pair of vintage miniature floral paintings was handcrafted by ARAM (Artigianato Fiorentino), an artisan workshop located in the historic heart of Florence, Italy.

Each miniature features a colorful floral still life, with delicate roses and blossoms arranged in a vase against a rich, dark background. The artwork displays beautiful individual brushstrokes and textured paint, particularly throughout the flower petals and foliage, consistent with traditional hand-painted artwork, believed to be oil.

The paintings are nestled inside substantial, ornate gold-gilt frames with black accents. The frames have developed a lovely timeworn patina that only adds to their authentic vintage character.

What makes this pair particularly special is their provenance. Both retain their original ARAM workshop labels identifying their place of production as Piazza S. Croce 27r in Florence (Firenze), Italy. The labels feature the historic Florentine lily, a symbol long associated with the city’s artistic heritage and craftsmanship.

Believed to date from the mid-to-late 20th century, these charming miniatures are wonderful examples of traditional Florentine decorative art.

Their petite size makes them perfect for incorporating into a collected-over-time gallery wall, displaying alongside antique portraits, or adding a touch of European romance to a cottagecore, grandmillennial, or traditional interior.

Details

• Maker: ARAM – Artigianato Fiorentino
• Origin: Florence (Firenze), Italy
• Era: Mid-to-late 20th century, estimated
• Artwork: Hand-painted floral still-life miniatures
• Medium: Believed to be oil paint; not independently verified
• Frames: Ornate gold-gilt finish with black accents
• Measurements: Approximately 4 1/4 inches each
• Quantity: Two matching framed paintings
• Markings: Both retain original ARAM Florence workshop labels
• Hanging: Original triangular metal hangers
• Sold as: A pair

Vintage Condition

Beautiful vintage condition with age-appropriate wear. The gold-gilt frames show areas of rubbing, finish loss, and natural patina consistent with their age. The original paper backings have some tears and wear, as shown in photographs.

Despite these signs of age, both pieces display beautifully, and the timeworn finishes contribute to their Old World appeal.

Please review all photographs carefully, as they are part of the description.

A lovely opportunity to bring home a matching pair of authentic Florentine artisan pieces, complete with their original workshop labels and decades of character.