Oil on Canvas by the Triestine Painter Argelia Butti (1855–1924)
A work of rare delicacy and notable historical-artistic value, executed by the talented Trieste painter Argelia Butti.
The painting captures a moment of tender curiosity and childlike innocence, typical of the artistic sensibilities of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Technique and Style: Oil on canvas with a rich and vibrant brushstroke, denoting academic training and mastery in the use of color, particularly in the earthy tones and red and yellow accents that illuminate the scene and the figures of the girls. The style falls within the scope of nineteenth-century genre painting, with a strong emphasis on feeling and visual narrative.
Key Details: You can see the artist's skill in rendering textures, such as the fluffy feathers of the chicks in the nest and the tangle of branches and straw. The composition is balanced and the contrast between light and shadow (chiaroscuro) gives depth and emotional drama to the scene.
Condition: The work is in good condition on the first canvas. It is framed in a beautiful contemporary gilded frame, which enhances its importance and visual impact.
Signature: The operareca legible signature "Argelia Butti" on the lower right margin.
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