- Paola Imposimato
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- THE IRON BARON
Original artwork description
Artwork dedicated to the portrait of Bettino Ricasoli, nicknamed the “Iron Baron” (1809 - 1880), mayor of Florence and second president of the Council of the Kingdom of Italy after Camillo Benso Count of Cavour. In the history of the Italian Risorgimento he was one of the major architects of the Unification of Italy. The last years of his life he returned to replenish his physical and moral strength in contact with the land and with the humble farmers whom he deeply loved and whom he tried to raise both materially and morally, considering Tuscan agriculture almost sacred and posing as a “missionary.” In the work is the essence of a historical figure distinguished by determination and fortitude. Vibrant, warm tones and an expressionist approach evoke feelings of depth and mystery, making for a charismatic presence. This artwork will bring to any home a touch of history, contemplation and an aura of inspiration that encourages the viewer to reflect on the legacy of the great leaders of the past.
Materials used:
Oil colors on canvas
Details:
- Oil painting on Canvas
- One of a kind artwork
- Size: 50 x 70 x 2cm (unframed) / 50 x 70cm (actual image size)
- Ready to hang
- Signed on the front
- Style: Expressive and gestural
- Subject: People and portraits
Tags:
#tuscany#portraiture#history and#italian resurgence#bettino ricasoli#historical character#iron baron#italian politician#risorgimento#historic castle
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Original artwork description
Artwork dedicated to the portrait of Bettino Ricasoli, nicknamed the “Iron Baron” (1809 - 1880), mayor of Florence and second president of the Council of the Kingdom of Italy after Camillo Benso Count of Cavour. In the history of the Italian Risorgimento he was one of the major architects of the Unification of Italy. The last years of his life he returned to replenish his physical and moral strength in contact with the land and with the humble farmers whom he deeply loved and whom he tried to raise both materially and morally, considering Tuscan agriculture almost sacred and posing as a “missionary.” In the work is the essence of a historical figure distinguished by determination and fortitude. Vibrant, warm tones and an expressionist approach evoke feelings of depth and mystery, making for a charismatic presence. This artwork will bring to any home a touch of history, contemplation and an aura of inspiration that encourages the viewer to reflect on the legacy of the great leaders of the past.
Materials used:
Oil colors on canvas
Details:
- Oil painting on Canvas
- One of a kind artwork
- Size: 50 x 70 x 2cm (unframed) / 50 x 70cm (actual image size)
- Ready to hang
- Signed on the front
- Style: Expressive and gestural
- Subject: People and portraits
Tags:
#tuscany#portraiture#history and#italian resurgence#bettino ricasoli#historical character#iron baron#italian politician#risorgimento#historic castle
Paola Imposimato
Italy
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My artistic style is supported by a solid figurative base also coming from the study of Greco-Roman art, but I have completely interpreted it in a contemporary key, ranging from... Read more