Nettuno (2004) Original Oil Painting by Antonio Mele

Nettuno. oil on jute on table. cm. 137 x 103. 2004
The painting depicts the Roman sea god Neptune as he moves and struggles among elements unfamiliar to him, such as woolen drapes and rocks against an all-red background. A visual oxymoron that breaks with the traditional iconography of the Neptune myth. The work is created using traditional techniques on jute canvas.
The piece is part of the "Myths" series, consisting of 19 works including sculptures, paintings, and murals.

Materials used:

oil and pigments on jute on wood

Details:

• Oil painting on Canvas
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 103 x 137 x 3cm (unframed) / 103 x 137cm (actual image size)
• Ready to hang
• Signed on the back
• Style: Unspecified
• Subject: People and portraits