Alessandro Lupo, “Venice,” signed, 20th century
Oil painting on wood depicting a picturesque view of Venice, by Alessandro Lupo, signed at the bottom.
Details of the work:
Technique: oil on wood.
A splendid Venetian view with a canal, brick bridge, and majestic Renaissance building in the background, probably a church or historic palace; a few passersby enliven the scene.
Style: dense and vibrant brushwork, with attention to the effects of light on the water and the architecture.
Period: early 20th century.
Dimensions:
In frame: 52.5 × 57.5 cm
Panel: 33 × 38 cm
Important gilded frame with leaf motifs in relief.
On the back is a label stamped “809 Art Gallery,” which attests to its exhibition or commercial provenance.
This work captures the timeless atmosphere of Venice with the mastery of color and light typical of Alessandro Lupo, making it a fine example of early 20th-century landscape painting.