The “Agamennone” vase by Mimmo Paladino represents one of the most powerful contemporary interpretations of classical mythology. The artist reimagines the figure of Agamemnon, king and warrior of Greek epic tradition, as a symbol of power, destiny, and sacrifice, translating the dramatic tension of the character into essential forms.
The ceramic surface, enriched with textured finishes and warm colours, evokes the lands of the Mediterranean and the emotional contrasts of tragedy. The work thus becomes a bridge between past and present, between the memory of myth and the modernity of artistic language.
In “Agamennone”, produced by Bottega Gatti, Mimmo Paladino does not merely create a decorative object—in this case, a vase—but rather a narrative sculpture. Every detail, colour, and sign becomes part of a universal language that speaks of strength, destiny, and beauty. Ideal for collectors and admirers of contemporary art, this work embodies the poetic depth and refined aesthetic vision of one of the leading masters of Italian art.
Description: Polychrome engobed majolica, bearing on the base edition number 97/99 and the artist’s signature, H cm 50x27x12.
Hammer Price: € 2.560,00
Auction 87 – October, 7th, 2025 – Design and Decorative Arts of the 20th Century
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