Wood Sculpture-Olive Wood Root

About Leowood Art

Leonardo Cappellini is the creative heart of Leowood Art. His passion for wood working, nature and sustainability all come together in each of his wood vases and wood sculptures. Leonardo works from his home and workshop in the hills above Florence. He finds inspiration and solace in the woods that surround him. Leonardo continually evolves as an artisan, driven by his desire to explore all that he and his art can be. He has shown his work throughout Italy, has collaborated with an artisan from Japan, growing his craft beyond his Italian heritage. There are no pretenses with Leonardo, he does what he loves because his passion is strong that he must do it. Each creation is an extension of his passion, his dreams and his desire to give new life to trees that are ready for a new beginning.

The Wood Sculpture in Olive Wood Root’s every nuance and every grain is a celebration of the imperfection and of the natural beauty of the olive tree, an invitation to appreciate

the authenticity that makes each piece unique. The Wood Sculpture’s spherical shape allows us to see the history of the tree, each grain, marking and hole are part of the journey of the olive tree. It is deeply rooted in Italian history and culture. 

Exquisite Craftsmanship

The artisan Leonardo carefully carved this sphere from an olive wood root, making sure to maintain each part of the story of the olive tree. Exquisitely detailed, the surface, in an embrace with light, reveals a central opening that invites you to lose oneself in a play of reflections and shadows. Inside, a glossy black tells deep stories, of roots that run deep in time and in the

Earth. 

Premium Features

• Olive Wood Root

• Wood Sculpture made sustainably

• Created from a found piece of wood

• Carved from one of the hardest woods in the world

• Carved by hand in Florence

• Carved entirely from one piece of wood

The Inspiration

Olive wood root is not readily available in the world. The olive tree is considered sacred and is protected in almost every culture. When this olive tree died Leonardo was able to use the root to create this beautiful sphere. The shape allows us to appreciate every aspect of the wood sculptures story. We can see the history, the details and the possibilities. In an homage to the earth from where the olive root came, the history of olive wood in Italy, and the beauty of natural wood Leonardo created this beautiful art sculpture.

A Thoughtful Gift

The Wood Sculpture in Olive Wood Root is a one-of-a-kind gift that will be treasured for generations. The sculpture is an exquisite piece that will make a statement in any space. It is a piece that will impress the recipient and bring you a great sense of satisfaction for giving such an unforgettable gift. The wood sculpture is perfect for an anniversary gift, a birthday or wedding. It is a celebration of the beauty of time, strength and imperfection. Wrap it in a beautiful gift box with a large ribbon and present it to someone very special in your life. 

This piece can never be replicated, it is truly one-of-a-kind. It was shown in the Salon of High Craftsmanship in Venice.