Giuseppe Mentessi (1857-1931) - Paesaggio Oil on panel - Handsigned Geboorte 29 sep 1857 Ferrara, Provincia di Ferrara, Emilia-Romagna, Italy. Overlijden 14 jun 1931 (leeftijd 73) Milan, Città Metropolitana di Milano, Lombardia, Italy. Italian Painter and Teacher. He came from a poor family and his father died when he was five, but his mother manager to send him to art school. In 1880 he began his career as a teacher at the Accademia di Brera in Milan and in 1887 he was appointed Professor of Landscape Painting. He painted pictures dealing with social issues, particually poverty and suffering. During his lifetime his works were exhibited across Europe, for example his painting Our Daily Bread was shown at the first Venice Biennale in 1895. Oil painting on panel depicting a landscape, signed bottom left G.Mentessi. Back sketch Presented in decent condition with a patina. Small and insignificant restorations emerge from the Wood lamp. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity and lawful provenance from our gallery with photos in accordance with legal standards. Insured and traceable shipping. Measurements: 17 cm x 30 cm without frame. Measurements: 21 cm x 35 cm with frame (free gift) The frames are kindly offered as à gift ; therefore, we do not accept complaingift ; r do we consider ourselves responsible for any damages during shipping. Will be well packed and sent by registered mail. Will be sent with a certificate of authenticity.