Italy, Bologna, Portrait of Arrigo Boito

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Italy, Bologna, Portrait of Arrigo Boito

Italy - 19th century. Portrait of Arrigo Boito (Padua, 1842 - Milan, 1918), Italian poet, composer and librettist

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Cigarette Composer Confidence Elegance Floral Pattern Full Suit Home Interior Individuality Literature Looking At Camera Moustache One Mature Man Only Poet Pride Satisfaction Short Hair Smart Smoking Spectacles Success Arrigo Boito Bad Habit Unhealthy Living

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to 19th century Italy, specifically Bologna, where we are introduced to the enigmatic Arrigo Boito. Standing tall with an air of pride and confidence, Boito exudes elegance in his full suit adorned with a floral pattern. His short hair and well-groomed moustache add to his smart appearance. As a poet, composer, and librettist, Boito's individuality shines through as he holds a cigarette between his fingers - perhaps a bad habit but also symbolizing his creative spirit. Looking directly at the camera, he emanates satisfaction from his artistic achievements. The fine art painting captures not only Boito's physical features but also hints at the unhealthy living prevalent during that era. The spectacles resting on his nose suggest intellectual depth while adding an element of sophistication to the composition. Displayed indoors in what appears to be a home interior, this portrait transports us into history. It serves as a reminder of Boito's significant contributions to literature and music during this period. Overall, this vertical illustration offers viewers a glimpse into the life of Arrigo Boito - a successful artist who left an indelible mark on Italian culture in the late 19th century.

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