Pesche, Un'anguria Aperta, Una Tartaruga,sorbe, Susine, Fichi, Una Zucca, E Crisantemi E Zagare In Unabrocca Di Terracotta; E
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About Reproduction
Discover the allure of art with our faithful reproduction of "Pesche, Un'anguria Aperta, Una Tartaruga,sorbe, Susine, Fichi, Una Zucca, E Crisantemi E Zagare In Unabrocca Di Terracotta; E", originally brought to life by the talented Giovanni Battista Ruoppolo. Unlike posters or prints, our hand-painted oil painting breathes an unique sense of depth and texture into your space. Every detail, every stroke, and every texture is meticulously recreated, paying the perfect homage to Giovanni Battista Ruoppolo and his artistic vision.
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Painting Description
"Pesche, un'anguria aperta, una tartaruga, sorbe, susine, fichi, una zucca, e crisantemi e zagare in una brocca di terracotta; e" is a still-life painting by the Italian Baroque artist Giovanni Battista Ruoppolo. This work exemplifies Ruoppolo's mastery in depicting a rich array of fruits and objects, showcasing his contribution to the development of the still-life genre in 17th-century Naples. The painting features a sumptuous arrangement of peaches, an open watermelon, a tortoise, medlars, plums, figs, a pumpkin, and chrysanthemums and orange blossoms in a terracotta jug, all rendered with a vivid sense of texture and color.
Ruoppolo, a student of Paolo Porpora and a contemporary of other still-life specialists like Giuseppe Recco, was known for his vibrant compositions that combined both naturalistic detail and a sense of abundance. His works often included a variety of objects, from fruits and vegetables to flowers and animals, arranged in a manner that was both aesthetically pleasing and emblematic of the Baroque era's fascination with the natural world and its bounties.
The title of the painting, which translates to "Peaches, an open watermelon, a tortoise, medlars, plums, figs, a pumpkin, and chrysanthemums and orange blossoms in a terracotta jug; and," reflects the specificity with which Ruoppolo approached his subject matter. Each element in the composition is carefully chosen and positioned to create a harmonious whole, while also allowing the viewer to appreciate the individual qualities of the items depicted.
While the exact date of creation for this particular painting is not specified, Ruoppolo's active period as an artist ranged from the mid-17th century until his death in 1693. His works are considered important contributions to the still-life genre, and they continue to be studied for their technical skill and their reflection of the cultural and artistic interests of the Baroque period in Italy.
This painting, like many of Ruoppolo's still lifes, not only serves as a testament to the artist's technical prowess but also offers insight into the cultural and economic milieu of Naples during his lifetime. The inclusion of exotic fruits and the terracotta jug may hint at the trade and wealth in the region, while the presence of the tortoise adds a layer of symbolic meaning, as such creatures were often associated with concepts of time and longevity in art.
Today, Giovanni Battista Ruoppolo's works are held in various art collections around the world, and they continue to be appreciated for their lush representation of still-life subjects and their embodiment of Baroque artistic sensibilities.
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Lead Time & Shipping
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Return & Refund
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