Giuseppe Bozzalla, "man With Red Cloak", Oil On Panel, Signed, Early 1900s

Giuseppe Bozzalla, "Man with red cloak", oil on panel, signed, Early 1900s


Measurements: In frame 68 x 62 / 48.5 x 41 cm
Signed top left


This painting by Giuseppe Bozzalla shows a portrait that stands out from the artist's usual landscapes. Bozzalla, known primarily for his work in landscapes, appears to have adopted a more academic and traditional style here, with emphasis on drapery detail and dramatic atmosphere. The figure is wrapped in a large red cloak that stands out against the dark background and conveys a sense of introspection and solemnity.
The work, probably created in his first years of activity in Turin, is characterized by a reduced color palette and the skilful use of light and shadow, which contribute to creating a three-dimensional effect and highlighting the absorbed expression of the subject. As a rare work for Bozzalla, it is a significant piece, adding variety to his painting corpus and highlighting his skills in academic portraiture.