Italian school (XX) - Il tempio del tempo






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Oil painting by Scuola italiana (XX), titled Il tempio del tempo, circa 1960–1970, in Art Deco style, from Italy, original edition, signed by hand and sold with a frame.
Description from the seller
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Interesting painting from the 20th century, signed and dated 1979 at the bottom right, characterized by a composition with a strong metaphysical and surreal imprint.
The scene represents a suspended, almost unreal urban space, built through buildings with essential geometries, tall isolated columns, and a monumental yellow structure placed at the end of a staircase. In the foreground appear geometric elements and circular shapes, while deep cracks run through the ground, accenting the sense of mystery and estrangement of the entire composition.
Particularly evocative is the contrast between the warm tones of ochre and yellow and the dark sky, stirred by large gray-blue clouds. The perspectival setup, the almost total absence of human figures, and the silent architecture clearly recall the atmospheres of Italian metaphysical painting.
Original, distinctive work with notable decorative impact, capable of creating a strong visual presence in both modern interiors and collections devoted to 20th-century painting.
The painting is presented within an elegant golden frame, well matched to the tones of the work.
The photographs have also been taken under spotlight to best showcase colors, details, and the painting surface.
The work shows normal signs and flaws compatible with time and its history. The frame is considered a courtesy and therefore will not be counted in the lot in case of any damage during transport. For each work we issue a guarantee certificate.
Fast shipping and professional, careful packaging. Each work destined for non-Schengen countries will be shipped rolled in a suitable tube, without stretcher bar and without frame.
Seller's Story
EXCEPTIONALLY WITHOUT RESERVE!
Interesting painting from the 20th century, signed and dated 1979 at the bottom right, characterized by a composition with a strong metaphysical and surreal imprint.
The scene represents a suspended, almost unreal urban space, built through buildings with essential geometries, tall isolated columns, and a monumental yellow structure placed at the end of a staircase. In the foreground appear geometric elements and circular shapes, while deep cracks run through the ground, accenting the sense of mystery and estrangement of the entire composition.
Particularly evocative is the contrast between the warm tones of ochre and yellow and the dark sky, stirred by large gray-blue clouds. The perspectival setup, the almost total absence of human figures, and the silent architecture clearly recall the atmospheres of Italian metaphysical painting.
Original, distinctive work with notable decorative impact, capable of creating a strong visual presence in both modern interiors and collections devoted to 20th-century painting.
The painting is presented within an elegant golden frame, well matched to the tones of the work.
The photographs have also been taken under spotlight to best showcase colors, details, and the painting surface.
The work shows normal signs and flaws compatible with time and its history. The frame is considered a courtesy and therefore will not be counted in the lot in case of any damage during transport. For each work we issue a guarantee certificate.
Fast shipping and professional, careful packaging. Each work destined for non-Schengen countries will be shipped rolled in a suitable tube, without stretcher bar and without frame.
