ABOUT THE PRINT - Lithography in color. - Hand-signed with pencil + Publisher’s dry stamp (Alberto Caprini, printer in Rome). - Due to its age, the paper shows some signals of aging and manipulation. LITERATURE E. Brandani, Giorgio de Chirico. Catalogo dell'opera grafica, 1969-1977, Ed. Bora, Bologna 1990, p. 37 n. 24 ill. col. ABOUT THE ARTIST Giorgio de Chirico (1888–1978) was a pioneering Italian painter and one of the founders of the Metaphysical art movement. Born in Greece to Italian parents, he developed a unique visual language characterized by eerie cityscapes, classical architecture, and enigmatic shadows. His works often feature empty plazas, mannequins, and dreamlike perspectives that evoke mystery and introspection. De Chirico’s early paintings, created before World War I, had a profound influence on the Surrealist movement, inspiring artists such as Salvador Dalí and René Magritte. Notable works include The Mystery and Melancholy of a Street and The Song of Love. Later in life, he shifted toward a more classical style, revisiting traditional techniques. His major achievements include founding Metaphysical painting, shaping modern avant-garde art, and leaving a lasting legacy in 20th-century visual culture.