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11.8 W x 15.7 H in
Ready to Hang
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This painting is inspired by the opulent and mysterious atmosphere of the Orientalist tradition. I wanted to depict "Ines" and her sister within the intimate setting of an ancient harem, focusing on the deep bond between them. My goal was to celebrate the natural perfection of their bodies and their...
Year Created:
2024
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Painting, Oil on Canvas
Rarity:
One-of-a-kind Artwork
Size:
11.8 W x 15.7 H x 0.8 D in
Ready to Hang:
Yes
Frame:
Not Framed
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Certificate is Included
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Ships in a Box
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Italy.
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Contact us.BIOGRAPHY (English)
Born in Bari, Italy, in 1947, Donato Bruscella is a contemporary painter whose artistic journey began in 1984. A self-taught artist, he has mastered his craft through the rigorous and persistent study of both foundational and professional techniques, driven by a deep passion for the classical tradition.
His technical foundation is rooted in the meticulous analysis of Leonardo da Vinci’s proportions, Giovanni Bellini’s chromatic harmony, and Caravaggio’s dramatic mastery of chiaroscuro. This classical influence is seamlessly integrated into his contemporary practice, where he focuses on the female figure as an iconic subject.
Specializing in oil on canvas, Bruscella employs traditional layering techniques to capture the psychological depth and aesthetic grace of his subjects. His creative process often bridges the gap between digital inspiration and personal photography, translating familiar faces and iconic imagery into timeless portraits. While his primary medium remains oil, he occasionally explores the tactile qualities of oil pastels, always maintaining a rigorous commitment to formal balance and anatomical precision.
BIOGRAFIA IN ITALIANO
Faccio sempre ciò che non so fare per imparare come va fatto.
Sono nato a Bari il 26/luglio/1947, ho scoperto di avere doti naturali nel dipingere ad olio su tela nel 1984. Ho cominciato a dipingere natura: Vasi di fiori, Vassoi pieni di frutta stagionale ecc. ma mi accorgevo che avevo delle tendenze figurative, per questo mi sono messo a studiare tutte le tecniche ritrattistiche del Grande Maestro LEONARDO DA VINCI, quelle di GIOVANNI BELLINI e del CARAVAGGIO. Ho imparato a dipingere i visi sopratutto di donne iconiche che si trovano sulla rete e quelle che mi prefiggo di fotografare nell'ambiente familiare per poi dipingerle usando la tecniche delle proporzioni, su tela con colori ad olio. A volte uso anche i pastelli ad olio ma molto raramente.
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