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Pitocco seduto, ca 1730. Creator: Ceruti, Giacomo Antonio (1698-1767)
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Pitocco seduto, ca 1730. Creator: Ceruti, Giacomo Antonio (1698-1767)
Pitocco seduto, ca 1730. Found in the collection of the Pinacoteca Tosio Martinengo, Brescia
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Brescia Ceruti Giacomo Antonio 1698 1767 Milanese School Pinacoteca Tosio Martinengo
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Pitocco Seduto
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is a captivating Baroque masterpiece created by the Milanese artist Giacomo Antonio Ceruti around 1730. This exquisite oil on canvas painting is currently housed in the esteemed Pinacoteca Tosio Martinengo in Brescia, Italy. Giacomo Antonio Ceruti, born in 1698, was an influential figure in the Milanese School of painting. His works are renowned for their rich colors, intricate details, and profound emotional depth. In "Pitocco Seduto," Ceruti masterfully captures the essence of a genre scene, a popular subject matter during the Baroque period. The painting depicts an elderly man, identified as Pitocco, seated in a simple, worn chair. His face is etched with the lines of age, yet his eyes hold a spark of vitality and wisdom. His hands are folded in his lap, suggesting a sense of contemplation or quiet reflection. The man's clothing, though worn and faded, is meticulously rendered, revealing the artist's dedication to capturing the textures and details of everyday life. The background of the painting is sparse, with a few simple objects scattered about, including a wooden bowl and a loaf of bread. The muted colors and soft light create an intimate and introspective atmosphere, inviting the viewer to ponder the man's story and the passage of time. "Pitocco Seduto" is a testament to Ceruti's skill as a painter and his ability to evoke emotion and introspection through his art. This masterpiece continues to captivate audiences and inspire admiration more than three centuries after its creation.
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