Antonio Gravina (1934) - View of Paris - Oil on canvas with gilded frame

Author: Antonio Gravina (Naples, 1934) Measures: 104 x 70 cm (with frame); 75 x 40 cm (canvas only) Materials: Oil on canvas, carved and gilded wood Refined pictorial work executed with the oil on canvas technique by the Neapolitan master Antonio Gravina. The painting depicts a lively urban scene, titled on the back "View of Paris", characterized by a vibrant and textured brushstroke that captures the atmosphere of Parisian Belle Époque. The composition focuses on the outdoor seating area of a cafe, animated by elegant figures rendered with quick touches of color, among which a female figure with a conspicuous pink hat stands out. The chromatic rendering plays on neutral and brown tones, illuminated by skillful accents of light that give depth and dynamism to the street view. The work is presented within an imposing contemporary frame of finely carved wood with foliage motifs and gilded, which enhances its decorative value and historical importance. The painting is signed by the author in the lower left. Classifiable in the production of the second half of the 20th century, the work reflects the post-impressionist style typical of the Neapolitan school of the 20th century applied to international subjects. The object is in excellent condition, with the canvas well stretched and the gilding of the frame intact.