Walter Piacesi (1929-2022) - Pittore e Modella
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Walter Piacesi presents Pittore e Modella, a graphite drawing on anchored paper (16.5 x 12 cm) from 1972, an original edition signed by hand and in good condition.
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Walter Piacesi - Painter and Model - Graphite drawing on laid paper - 1972
DETAILS OF THE WORK
Artist: Walter Piacesi (Italy)
Title of the work: "Painter and Model"
Era: 1972
Technique and materials: Graphite drawing on laid paper.
Dimensions: 16.5 x 12 cm. (Framed work).
Signature: Signature and year at the top right
Condition: Good. Some signs of aging, even patina but colors still vivid, some small stains, no restoration (photos are an integral part of the description). Overall a very pleasant work.
PROVENANCE
Acquired from the studio of Master Walter Piacesi by Giovanbattista Vaiani Lisi (founder of the Galleria d'Arte Piero Della Francesca and the main gallerist of the Maestro during the 1970s). The work has never left the collection of G.B. Vaiani Lisi and therefore has remained in our Gallery, which places it for sale.
DOCUMENTATION
Documentation: Certificate of authenticity issued by Galleria d'Arte Piero Della Francesca. Photocopy of the publication.
Exhibitions: "Homage to Walter Piacesi", retrospective exhibition, Galleria d'Arte Piero Della Francesca, Arezzo, September/October 2022.
Bibliography: Catalog of the exhibition "Homage to Walter Piacesi", Galleria d'Arte Piero Della Francesca, Arezzo, 2022. Please note that the original catalog is NOT included in the sale. Only the PHOTOCOPY will be attached.
DESCRIPTION OF THE WORK
We offer at auction a historical work from 1972 by Walter Piacesi, a master universally recognized by critics as one of the greatest Italian draftsmen and etchers of the 20th century.
The work, titled "Painter and Model", is an intimate and refined graphite drawing on laid paper. The composition explores one of the most classic and fascinating themes in art history: the visual and emotional dialogue between the artist and his muse, rendered with the quick, vibrant, and unmistakable stroke that made the Maestro's graphic production famous. This historical piece represents a significant expression of Piacesi's absolute talent in drawing.
Our gallery boasts a historic and privileged relationship with the artist: we have indeed collaborated directly with the Maestro since 1969, organizing five of his solo exhibitions in our spaces (1970, 1973, 1978, 1993, 1999). Piacesi has also participated in numerous thematic surveys and group exhibitions curated by us. This close and lasting direct collaboration guarantees traceability, a solid historical record, and impeccable provenance, substantially enriching the piece's collectible value.
BIOGRAPHICAL AND CRITICAL NOTES ABOUT THE ARTIST
Walter Piacesi (Ascoli Piceno, 1929) is a renowned Italian painter, etcher, and sculptor, considered one of the leading figures of graphic art and figurative art in the post-war period. Linked to the great Italian figurative tradition, he has depicted with a wry, poetic, and at times melancholic gaze the society of his time, immortalizing in his works scenes of daily life, intimate female figures, priests, soldiers, and distinctive characters.
His mastery of graphic techniques, from drawing to etching, is absolute and was honed and transmitted also thanks to his long tenure as head of the Chair of Techniques of Engraving at the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence. Through a minimal, nervous, and incredibly expressive line, Piacesi manages to give his subjects profound psychological depth. Over his long and prolific career, he has organized numerous solo exhibitions in Italy and abroad, earning prestigious critical accolades and solidifying his works in important public and private collections.
SHIPMENT AND PACKAGING
Packaging: We guarantee professional, rigid, reinforced packaging tailored to preserve the complete integrity of laid paper during transit, protected from bumps and humidity.
Courier: Tracked, fast, and safe shipment via express courier. To guarantee the client, shipment insurance is included for this item.
Customs and Export (Extra-EU): For buyers outside the European Union, shipping may require the technical time to obtain the Free Circulation Certificate (Export License) from MiC (Ministry of Culture). Any customs duties are the buyer's responsibility.
Invoicing: Professional seller. The work will be accompanied by a tax receipt (or electronic invoice, requestable by sending your details at the time of bidding on the lot).
Seller's Story
Piero Della Francesca Art Gallery - Modern and Contemporary Art since 1969
Founded in Arezzo in 1969, the Piero Della Francesca Art Gallery is today one of the oldest galleries in Europe.
Throughout its history it has organized exhibitions by great masters of the 20th century and contemporary artists, becoming a reference point for all art enthusiasts.
Among the first galleries to operate online, it has been active on Catawiki for nearly ten years and is known on the platform for the variety of works it presents.
Translated by Google TranslateWalter Piacesi - Painter and Model - Graphite drawing on laid paper - 1972
DETAILS OF THE WORK
Artist: Walter Piacesi (Italy)
Title of the work: "Painter and Model"
Era: 1972
Technique and materials: Graphite drawing on laid paper.
Dimensions: 16.5 x 12 cm. (Framed work).
Signature: Signature and year at the top right
Condition: Good. Some signs of aging, even patina but colors still vivid, some small stains, no restoration (photos are an integral part of the description). Overall a very pleasant work.
PROVENANCE
Acquired from the studio of Master Walter Piacesi by Giovanbattista Vaiani Lisi (founder of the Galleria d'Arte Piero Della Francesca and the main gallerist of the Maestro during the 1970s). The work has never left the collection of G.B. Vaiani Lisi and therefore has remained in our Gallery, which places it for sale.
DOCUMENTATION
Documentation: Certificate of authenticity issued by Galleria d'Arte Piero Della Francesca. Photocopy of the publication.
Exhibitions: "Homage to Walter Piacesi", retrospective exhibition, Galleria d'Arte Piero Della Francesca, Arezzo, September/October 2022.
Bibliography: Catalog of the exhibition "Homage to Walter Piacesi", Galleria d'Arte Piero Della Francesca, Arezzo, 2022. Please note that the original catalog is NOT included in the sale. Only the PHOTOCOPY will be attached.
DESCRIPTION OF THE WORK
We offer at auction a historical work from 1972 by Walter Piacesi, a master universally recognized by critics as one of the greatest Italian draftsmen and etchers of the 20th century.
The work, titled "Painter and Model", is an intimate and refined graphite drawing on laid paper. The composition explores one of the most classic and fascinating themes in art history: the visual and emotional dialogue between the artist and his muse, rendered with the quick, vibrant, and unmistakable stroke that made the Maestro's graphic production famous. This historical piece represents a significant expression of Piacesi's absolute talent in drawing.
Our gallery boasts a historic and privileged relationship with the artist: we have indeed collaborated directly with the Maestro since 1969, organizing five of his solo exhibitions in our spaces (1970, 1973, 1978, 1993, 1999). Piacesi has also participated in numerous thematic surveys and group exhibitions curated by us. This close and lasting direct collaboration guarantees traceability, a solid historical record, and impeccable provenance, substantially enriching the piece's collectible value.
BIOGRAPHICAL AND CRITICAL NOTES ABOUT THE ARTIST
Walter Piacesi (Ascoli Piceno, 1929) is a renowned Italian painter, etcher, and sculptor, considered one of the leading figures of graphic art and figurative art in the post-war period. Linked to the great Italian figurative tradition, he has depicted with a wry, poetic, and at times melancholic gaze the society of his time, immortalizing in his works scenes of daily life, intimate female figures, priests, soldiers, and distinctive characters.
His mastery of graphic techniques, from drawing to etching, is absolute and was honed and transmitted also thanks to his long tenure as head of the Chair of Techniques of Engraving at the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence. Through a minimal, nervous, and incredibly expressive line, Piacesi manages to give his subjects profound psychological depth. Over his long and prolific career, he has organized numerous solo exhibitions in Italy and abroad, earning prestigious critical accolades and solidifying his works in important public and private collections.
SHIPMENT AND PACKAGING
Packaging: We guarantee professional, rigid, reinforced packaging tailored to preserve the complete integrity of laid paper during transit, protected from bumps and humidity.
Courier: Tracked, fast, and safe shipment via express courier. To guarantee the client, shipment insurance is included for this item.
Customs and Export (Extra-EU): For buyers outside the European Union, shipping may require the technical time to obtain the Free Circulation Certificate (Export License) from MiC (Ministry of Culture). Any customs duties are the buyer's responsibility.
Invoicing: Professional seller. The work will be accompanied by a tax receipt (or electronic invoice, requestable by sending your details at the time of bidding on the lot).
Seller's Story
Piero Della Francesca Art Gallery - Modern and Contemporary Art since 1969
Founded in Arezzo in 1969, the Piero Della Francesca Art Gallery is today one of the oldest galleries in Europe.
Throughout its history it has organized exhibitions by great masters of the 20th century and contemporary artists, becoming a reference point for all art enthusiasts.
Among the first galleries to operate online, it has been active on Catawiki for nearly ten years and is known on the platform for the variety of works it presents.
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Artist
Walter Piacesi (1929-2022)
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Gallery
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Pittore e Modella
Technique
Pencil drawing
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Italy
Year
1972
Condition
Good condition
Colour
Cream, Grey
Height
16.5 cm
Width
12 cm
Depiction/theme
Portrait
Style
Modern
Period
1970-1980
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