Angelo Costa (Genoa 1858-1911), Genoa View of Priaruggia, extraordinary oil on canvas

This fascinating view of Priaruggia, painted by the famous Genoese painter Angelo Costa, represents one of the most characteristic corners of the Ligurian coast. Created at the end of the 19th century, the work conveys the serene and luminous atmosphere of the Priaruggia area, with its clear sea and the mountains that embrace the land. The painter captures the landscape with particular attention to natural details, masterfully rendering the effect of light that illuminates the scene. The work falls within the tradition of landscape painting that characterized the Ligurian school and, more generally, Italian painting of the time. The oil technique used by Costa stands out for its delicate rendering of colors, which blend between the blue of the sea and the green of the surrounding hills. The painting presents itself as a testimony to the natural beauty of the Ligurian territory and represents an open window on the history and landscape of the city of Genoa. Height cm. 62 width cm. 100 Every painting in our Gallery is sold with a certificate of authenticity issued by an Expert of the Court and the Chamber of Commerce Industry Crafts and Agriculture of Genoa.