Large painting by Pugliese Levi Clemente, "Mercato di Porta Palazzo" - Turin, signed, 1920
PUGLIESE LEVI CLEMENTE Vercelli 1855 - 1936 Milan
"Market of Porta Palazzo" Turin
135x155 oil on canvas
Work signed, dated and titled on the back
This painting by Giuseppe Pugliese Levi, signed and dated 1920, depicts a lively market scene in Porta Palazzo, one of Turin's most iconic and historic markets. The composition depicts a bustling square, crowded with vendors and customers, immersed in their daily activities.
In the foreground, there are figures of farmers and vendors intent on displaying and selling their products: baskets filled with fresh vegetables, eggs and other foods are seen. Some vendors are seated, while others are standing behind their counters or baskets, absorbed in negotiations with customers. A large white umbrella dominates the center of the scene, providing shade for the vendors below and creating a clear focal point in the composition.
The background shows buildings with red roofs, characteristic of Turin's architecture, and a horse-drawn cart heading toward the center of the square, adding a touch of movement to the scene.
Pugliese Levi's brushstrokes are energetic, with effective use of light to depict the sunny atmosphere of the day and the liveliness of the market. The artist captures the dynamism of daily life, paying homage to a scene of popular life in Turin in the early 20th century.
