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Matteo, The Afternoon Nap, an original oil painting on canvas in 100 x 75 x 2.5 cm, 4 kg, created in 2026, hand signed, in excellent condition, Impressionism, Italy, sold direct from the artist, includes COA, stretched on wood and ready to hang.
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The Afternoon Nap
A black and white dog curls into deep slumber upon a vivid coral armchair, surrendering entirely to the warm hush of a sunlit afternoon. Behind him, grand doors swing open onto a luminous courtyard where lush tropical plants lean into honeyed light. Deep emerald walls pulse against golden door frames and flashes of red, while a coffee table holds the quiet debris of leisure. Bold, confident brushwork layering thick colour creates a room that breathes richness, abundance and still, suspended calm.
Size: 100 x 75 x 2.5 cm (H x W x D)
Stretched on wood and ready to hang!
- 100% hand-painted; unique piece
- Professional oil on high-grade canvas
- Framing is not included (edges are finished)
- Artist's signature on the reverse
- Certificate of Authenticity (COA) included
- Insured shipping via Italian courier
Background and room setting created with AI / photo editing for illustration purposes only.
The painting is an original artwork hand-painted by the artist.
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About Matteo
Poetic fantasy and a shimmering, impressionistic touch define Matteo's contemporary approach to figurative art. The Italian painter constructs ethereal worlds where reality blends seamlessly with dreams, utilizing a highly fluid brush technique that captures the movement of wind, water, and light. His focus is on evoking a sense of enchantment, lightness, and timeless romance.
The defining characteristic of Matteo's aesthetic is the harmonious connection between his graceful subjects and the vibrant elements of nature. His figures coexist effortlessly with their surroundings, set against beautifully textured environments or vivid, shifting backdrops. Movement is essential to his work, captured through loose, energetic strokes that make the entire canvas feel alive and breathing.
Matteo's approach is celebrated for its luminous, open-air quality. Rather than relying on a fixed palette, he masterfully balances soft, refreshing atmospheric tones with sudden bursts of rich, saturated color to create a captivating visual rhythm. The result is a uniquely uplifting visual language that thrives on the boundary of classical romance and free-flowing, modern impressionism.
The Afternoon Nap
A black and white dog curls into deep slumber upon a vivid coral armchair, surrendering entirely to the warm hush of a sunlit afternoon. Behind him, grand doors swing open onto a luminous courtyard where lush tropical plants lean into honeyed light. Deep emerald walls pulse against golden door frames and flashes of red, while a coffee table holds the quiet debris of leisure. Bold, confident brushwork layering thick colour creates a room that breathes richness, abundance and still, suspended calm.
Size: 100 x 75 x 2.5 cm (H x W x D)
Stretched on wood and ready to hang!
- 100% hand-painted; unique piece
- Professional oil on high-grade canvas
- Framing is not included (edges are finished)
- Artist's signature on the reverse
- Certificate of Authenticity (COA) included
- Insured shipping via Italian courier
Background and room setting created with AI / photo editing for illustration purposes only.
The painting is an original artwork hand-painted by the artist.
***Important Shipping Info***
EU SHIPPING ONLY - orders from non-EU countries will be cancelled!
All lots ship via Catawiki Smart Shipping. Please confirm your address before paying; if you need to update it afterward, contact Catawiki directly.
About Matteo
Poetic fantasy and a shimmering, impressionistic touch define Matteo's contemporary approach to figurative art. The Italian painter constructs ethereal worlds where reality blends seamlessly with dreams, utilizing a highly fluid brush technique that captures the movement of wind, water, and light. His focus is on evoking a sense of enchantment, lightness, and timeless romance.
The defining characteristic of Matteo's aesthetic is the harmonious connection between his graceful subjects and the vibrant elements of nature. His figures coexist effortlessly with their surroundings, set against beautifully textured environments or vivid, shifting backdrops. Movement is essential to his work, captured through loose, energetic strokes that make the entire canvas feel alive and breathing.
Matteo's approach is celebrated for its luminous, open-air quality. Rather than relying on a fixed palette, he masterfully balances soft, refreshing atmospheric tones with sudden bursts of rich, saturated color to create a captivating visual rhythm. The result is a uniquely uplifting visual language that thrives on the boundary of classical romance and free-flowing, modern impressionism.
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Artist
Matteo
Sold with frame
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Direct from the artist
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
The Afternoon Nap
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Italy
Year
2026
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
100 cm
Width
75 cm
Weight
4 kg
Style
Impressionism
Period
2020+
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