Via Torta, Florence

Telemaco Signorini

Created:

Movement:

c. 1870

Realism

key Notes:

Urban landscape, Impressionism.

Dimensions:

height: 16.6 cm (6.5 in); width: 11.3 cm (4.4 in)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Advanced

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story of the work:

"Via Torta, Florence," painted by Telemaco Signorini in 1865, captures a vibrant street scene in Florence, reflecting the artist's engagement with the urban landscape and the effects of light and atmosphere. Its curatorial impact lies in its representation of the Macchiaioli movement, influencing subsequent exhibitions that explore 19th-century Italian realism and the evolution of modern art.

Description of the work:

"Via Torta, Florence" by Telemaco Signorini is an oil on canvas painting that captures a narrow, winding street in Florence, characterized by its muted color palette and atmospheric light. The composition features a dynamic interplay of architectural elements, with buildings receding into the background, while figures engaged in daily activities populate the foreground, reflecting the artist's interest in urban life and the effects of natural light.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Manually Sourced

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