(Leghorn, 1889 - 1969)
Sunset on the rocks, oil painting.
Giovanni Lomi (Livorno, 1889 - 1969) was an Italian painter known for his landscapes, particularly seascapes and scenes of the Tuscan coast, often characterised by an intense and vibrant light. The painting ‘Sunset on the rocks’ (19.5x29 cm, oil on cardboard) well represents his style. The scene is dominated by the warm, golden light of the sun reflecting on the water, creating an effect of glare and reverberation. The rocks in the foreground are rendered with textured, dark brushstrokes, contrasting with the brightness of the sea and sky. The human figures, not particularly detailed, are integrated into the landscape and contribute to an atmosphere of contemplation and tranquillity. Lomi's palette is rich in warm, earthy tones for the rocks, while for the sea and sky he uses shades of blue, azure, yellow and orange, typical of sunset
Light is the undisputed protagonist of Lomi's works, and in this painting the sunset is rendered with great skill, capturing the intensity and hues of the sun plunging into the sea.
The brushstroke is often rapid and textural, especially in the rendering of the rocks, creating a vibrant and dynamic surface.
The composition is simple but effective, with a horizontal line dividing the sky and the sea from the rocks in the foreground. The human figures are arranged naturally and harmoniously, without creating a particular hierarchy. ‘Sunset on the rocks’
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