Coastal view with boats and figures, Francesco Antoniani (Milan 1700/1710 – Turin 1775) workshop

Francesco Antoniani (Milan 1700/1710 – Turin 1775) workshop
Fantasy coastal view with boats and figures

Oil painting on canvas
56 x 138 cm. – framed 71 x 153 cm.

Excellent storage conditions

This valuable coastal view, of fantastic inspiration, is a work attributable to the well-known painter of Milanese origin Francesco Antoniani, the main exponent of a dynasty of painters active in Turin during the eighteenth century, whose production was mainly intended for the exponents of the House of Savoy - for who worked from 1743 - furnishing the related royal residences with landscapes, architectural whimsies and seascapes.

The particular horizontal composition is typical of the painter's production, which would lead us to assume its original location as above the door.
The view, very scenic and of great decorative impact, is illuminated by a splendid golden light, emphasized by the almost metaphysical atmosphere given by the luminous flashes of the clouds on the water in the foreground.

The theme depicted is also peculiar to him, i.e. the description of ideal views of the Mediterranean coast with figures, architectural ruins, ships or sailing ships, drawing inspiration from the examples of Joseph Vernet, Carlo Bonavia and Adrian Manglard.

As a family-run workshop, the Antoniani used to collaborate in the creation of various commissions, with a stylistic communion that allows for a precise comparison between the work of their father Francesco and that of his son Paolo Maria.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

The painting is sold complete with a pleasant antique wooden frame and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity and descriptive iconographic card.

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