Wednesday, August 6, 2008

Posting No. 3 fresco titled "La Carriola" una veduta di Ragusa Ibla, Sicilia

Thankfully I will now be able to start uploading new images and current work for those of you that have noticed that my website hasn't been updated in a while. This is the place to be from now on to see "whats new" I hope that you will feel free to post comments along the way!!

Inspired by the "Carrettini Siciliani" (sicilian carts) of my fathers home on the Island of Sicily, this is a unique work as it has evolved into a playful array of color and light. Starting out as a true fresco in 4 sections, it then underwent the transfer process onto linen called Calicot or "a strappo". Restoration work was done as well as a metamorphosis of the cart, adding color via the secco technique (pigment and a binder.)

The result is truly unique and very textural. A rare combination of fine Italian moulding in pewter, greens and golds, complement the work beautifully. 36"x45" unframed, approx. 48"x57" framed as shown above.

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