Pietro Scoppetta (1863-1920), Attr. a - Ballerini
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Ballerini, an ink drawing on paper by Pietro Scoppetta (attrib. to), Italy, 1910–1920, signed by hand.
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Ink drawing on paper depicting 'Dancers', Pietro Scoppetta
Pietro Scoppetta (1863-1920) was an Italian painter who trained in Naples under Giacomo Di Chirico. After staying in Paris between 1897 and 1903, where he aligned with the Italian Impressionist-leaning movement, Scoppetta developed a style that fused French impressionist techniques with the vivid tones of the Neapolitan school. During the Paris period he abandoned landscapes to devote himself to representations of bourgeois life and genre scenes, a theme that characterized his mature production.
This ink drawing on paper represents an example of Scoppetta's production devoted to costume scenes and bourgeois life of the Belle Époque. Scoppetta's works are sought after by collectors of Italian art from the period between the 19th and early 20th centuries, enthusiasts of the Neapolitan School and scholars of Italian Impressionism. His drawings are particularly appreciated for the delicacy of the technique and for the ability to capture the elegance and dynamism of the era. The presence of the contemporary frame adds historical and documentary value to the work, testifying to the original appreciation for the artist's work.
Dimensions with frame (provided as a courtesy): 50x40x4
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Translated by Google TranslateInk drawing on paper depicting 'Dancers', Pietro Scoppetta
Pietro Scoppetta (1863-1920) was an Italian painter who trained in Naples under Giacomo Di Chirico. After staying in Paris between 1897 and 1903, where he aligned with the Italian Impressionist-leaning movement, Scoppetta developed a style that fused French impressionist techniques with the vivid tones of the Neapolitan school. During the Paris period he abandoned landscapes to devote himself to representations of bourgeois life and genre scenes, a theme that characterized his mature production.
This ink drawing on paper represents an example of Scoppetta's production devoted to costume scenes and bourgeois life of the Belle Époque. Scoppetta's works are sought after by collectors of Italian art from the period between the 19th and early 20th centuries, enthusiasts of the Neapolitan School and scholars of Italian Impressionism. His drawings are particularly appreciated for the delicacy of the technique and for the ability to capture the elegance and dynamism of the era. The presence of the contemporary frame adds historical and documentary value to the work, testifying to the original appreciation for the artist's work.
Dimensions with frame (provided as a courtesy): 50x40x4
Seller's Story
Welcome to our profile. We are antique enthusiasts with a deep passion for art, history, and the charm of the past, cultivated through years of research and dedication. On Catawiki we offer a careful and curated selection of antiques: from period furniture to refined objets d'art, up to paintings and sculptures of quality.
Our goal is to offer collectors and lovers of beauty authentic pieces, selected rigorously for their quality, rarity, and condition. We guarantee maximum transparency in descriptions, detailed photographs, and secure and professional packaging, so that these wonders of the past can reach your homes intact to continue their story.
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Artist
Pietro Scoppetta (1863-1920), Attr. a
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Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Ballerini
Technique
Ink
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
40 cm
Width
30 cm
Weight
3 kg
Depiction/theme
Interior scene
Style
Impressionism
Period
1910-1920
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