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Attrib. Gioacchino La Pira (act.1839-1870) - Gouache Crypta Napoletana
Description
A vibrant gouache depicting the Crypta Neapolitana, an ancient Roman tunnel carved through the Posillipo hill in Naples. Well presented in a vintage gilt frame. Unsigned. On paper.Condition
Overall the condition is good for a picture of this age, with good retention of colour. Light foxing to the paper. Marks and scuffs to the frame leave it with a vintage, distressed finish.
Size
46 x 32.5cm (18.1" x 12.8")Framed Size: 62 x 48cm (24.4" x 18.9")
Artist Biography
Gioacchino La Pira was a nineteenth-century Italian painter who specialised in Romantic gouache landscapes for travellers and tourists, especially wealthy aristocrats undertaking The Grand Tour.
| SKU | su497 |
|---|---|
| Frame Colour | gold |
| Artist | Attrib. Gioacchino La Pira (act.1839-1870) |
| Date | 19th Century |
| Dimensions | 46.0 x 32.5cm |
| Medium | Gouache |
| Style | Realism |
| Subject | Historical |
| Item Returns | This item can be returned |
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