Armeno Mattioli (1920-2010) - Il vitellino
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Armeno Mattioli (1920-2010)
The little calf
Oil on the table - 1946
Armeno Mattioli was born on June 2, 1920, in Vicchio di Mugello. From a young age, he showed a strong predilection for drawing and painting; this natural talent became more evident when he met the painter Ferruccio Rontini, who had been living in Mugello for many years. At the beginning of his artistic career, Mattioli was called up for military service during World War II and sent to fight in Greece. This event would decide his life and his future as a painter. He fought on the fronts of Monte Golico and Tepeleni. Fortuitously entering Athens, he resumed painting and rediscovered old Athens and its neighborhoods. In Greece, he met the woman who would become his life partner, his wife Ada.
And that he loves Greece is shown by his landscape paintings, so lovingly rendered and deeply felt. These are landscapes painted in the Greek islands: Santorini, Serifos, Skopelos; islands of the Aegean, capable of evoking a classical world now distant. Yet, these landscapes share many elements with certain local scenes, with some landscapes of Tuscany, where the dark green of the cypress pairs just as well with the silver of the olive trees, where the gentle, sinuous line of the hills often musically closes the horizon.
At the end of the conflict, he returned to Italy, in Vicchio, where, with interruptions for trips to Greece, he resided until 1953-54. He then established his residence in Athens. In his homeland, Mugello, they dedicated a retrospective exhibition to him in 1984 at the Casa di Giotto. He exhibited in the most important Italian and foreign cities. Many art critics have written about him. His works are part of public and private collections around the world. He died in Greece in 2010.
Measurements: 52.5 x 43 cm
Table: 35.5 x 25.5 cm
The frame shown in the photo is provided as a gift. It is not part of the sale but will be given to the buyer as a courtesy.
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Seller's Story
Magnolia Arte is a company that deals with the buying and selling of artworks. Each piece is carefully selected for its artistic quality and emotional impact. In fact, Magnolia Arte believes that every work of art is a piece of cultural history, useful for understanding our present. The economic value and investment are considered secondary aspects compared to artistic and historical-cultural value. Magnolia Arte is a reference point for the auction sale of ancient, modern, and contemporary art. Magnolia is a place of art. Art enthusiasts will find professionalism and expertise here.
Translated by Google TranslateArmeno Mattioli (1920-2010)
The little calf
Oil on the table - 1946
Armeno Mattioli was born on June 2, 1920, in Vicchio di Mugello. From a young age, he showed a strong predilection for drawing and painting; this natural talent became more evident when he met the painter Ferruccio Rontini, who had been living in Mugello for many years. At the beginning of his artistic career, Mattioli was called up for military service during World War II and sent to fight in Greece. This event would decide his life and his future as a painter. He fought on the fronts of Monte Golico and Tepeleni. Fortuitously entering Athens, he resumed painting and rediscovered old Athens and its neighborhoods. In Greece, he met the woman who would become his life partner, his wife Ada.
And that he loves Greece is shown by his landscape paintings, so lovingly rendered and deeply felt. These are landscapes painted in the Greek islands: Santorini, Serifos, Skopelos; islands of the Aegean, capable of evoking a classical world now distant. Yet, these landscapes share many elements with certain local scenes, with some landscapes of Tuscany, where the dark green of the cypress pairs just as well with the silver of the olive trees, where the gentle, sinuous line of the hills often musically closes the horizon.
At the end of the conflict, he returned to Italy, in Vicchio, where, with interruptions for trips to Greece, he resided until 1953-54. He then established his residence in Athens. In his homeland, Mugello, they dedicated a retrospective exhibition to him in 1984 at the Casa di Giotto. He exhibited in the most important Italian and foreign cities. Many art critics have written about him. His works are part of public and private collections around the world. He died in Greece in 2010.
Measurements: 52.5 x 43 cm
Table: 35.5 x 25.5 cm
The frame shown in the photo is provided as a gift. It is not part of the sale but will be given to the buyer as a courtesy.
Professional packaging
Insured shipment
Seller's Story
Magnolia Arte is a company that deals with the buying and selling of artworks. Each piece is carefully selected for its artistic quality and emotional impact. In fact, Magnolia Arte believes that every work of art is a piece of cultural history, useful for understanding our present. The economic value and investment are considered secondary aspects compared to artistic and historical-cultural value. Magnolia Arte is a reference point for the auction sale of ancient, modern, and contemporary art. Magnolia is a place of art. Art enthusiasts will find professionalism and expertise here.
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Artist
Armeno Mattioli (1920-2010)
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Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Il vitellino
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of Origin
Italy
Year
1946
Condition
Good condition
Height
43 cm
Width
52.5 cm
Period
1940-1950
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