Dario Fo (1926-2016) - Cavalli
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Cavalli, an original mixed-media work by Dario Fo (Italy, 1990–2000), signed, in excellent condition, 38 cm high by 52.5 cm wide, sold with its original frame.
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Rare work by the Nobel Prize-winning painter
Dario Fo (Sangiano, March 24, 1926 – Milan, October 13, 2016) painted in mixed media on paper applied to a wooden panel.
The frame is original from the period
The work was displayed in 2012 at the Milan exhibition Palazzo Reale "Lazzi sberleffi e dipinti"
The work is registered in the Dario Fo archive.
Dario Luigi Angelo Fo (Sangiano, March 24, 1926 – Milan, October 13, 2016) was a playwright, actor, director, writer, author, illustrator, painter, set designer and Italian activist.
Famous for his theatre texts of political and social satire and for his leftist political commitment, together with his wife Franca Rame he was among the representatives of Militant Red Aid.
He was the author of theatrical productions that make use of the comic stylistic elements of Italian commedia dell'arte and that have been performed successfully around the world. As an actor, director, writer, set designer, costume designer and impresario of his own company, Fo was a true full‑fledged man of the theater.
In 1997 he won the Nobel Prize in Literature with the following motivation:
«Following the tradition of medieval jesters, he lampoons power, restoring dignity to the oppressed.»
Origin private Italian collection
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Art dealer specializing in old master paintings and 19th century works
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Translated by Google TranslateRare work by the Nobel Prize-winning painter
Dario Fo (Sangiano, March 24, 1926 – Milan, October 13, 2016) painted in mixed media on paper applied to a wooden panel.
The frame is original from the period
The work was displayed in 2012 at the Milan exhibition Palazzo Reale "Lazzi sberleffi e dipinti"
The work is registered in the Dario Fo archive.
Dario Luigi Angelo Fo (Sangiano, March 24, 1926 – Milan, October 13, 2016) was a playwright, actor, director, writer, author, illustrator, painter, set designer and Italian activist.
Famous for his theatre texts of political and social satire and for his leftist political commitment, together with his wife Franca Rame he was among the representatives of Militant Red Aid.
He was the author of theatrical productions that make use of the comic stylistic elements of Italian commedia dell'arte and that have been performed successfully around the world. As an actor, director, writer, set designer, costume designer and impresario of his own company, Fo was a true full‑fledged man of the theater.
In 1997 he won the Nobel Prize in Literature with the following motivation:
«Following the tradition of medieval jesters, he lampoons power, restoring dignity to the oppressed.»
Origin private Italian collection
Fast shipping with secure packing
Seller's Story
Art dealer specializing in old master paintings and 19th century works
In collaboration with ART & INVESTIGATION historical and artistic investigations on works of art
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Artist
Dario Fo (1926-2016)
Sold with frame
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Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Cavalli
Technique
Mixed media
Signature
Signed
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
38 cm
Width
52.5 cm
Period
1990-2000
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