Oil painting on cardboard depicting a traditional Milanese scene, created by Antonio Vettore Cargnel in the early 20th Century. Ø 30 cm, H 24 cm including frame. Vittore (or Vettore) Cargnel was a Venetian painter who left an important mark on the Italian art scene between the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born in Mestre in 1872 and passed away in Milan in 1931, Cargnel managed to combine a solid academic background with a typically Venetian sensitivity for light and atmosphere. After attending the Venice Academy of Fine Arts, Cargnel entered the studio of Cesare Laurenti, a highly regarded painter at the time. This experience profoundly influenced him, guiding him towards a very popular artistic trend, which can also be found in the works of Luigi Nono. Initially, Cargnel dedicated himself mainly to portraiture, masterfully capturing the expressiveness of his subjects. Subsequently, his attention shifted towards landscapes, particularly towards views of his beloved Venice. Cargnel's landscape production is characterized by a rapid and loose brushstroke, which allows him to best render the luminosity and atmosphere of the depicted scenes. His canvases are often dominated by wide open spaces, populated by human figures moving naturally. The work of Vittore Cargnel is now being rediscovered and appreciated for its freshness and its ability to evoke past atmospheres. His paintings are present in numerous public and private collections, and are regularly offered in art auctions.
Additional details:
- Brand: Antonio Cargnel
- Designer: Antonio Vettore Cargnel
- Style: Tradizionale Milanese
- Style: Venetian
- Material: Olio
- Material: Cartone
- Material: Cornice
- Period: Primi Novecento