Little Donkey in Sunlight (Somarello al sole)

late 19th Century

Giovanni Fattori

Associated Names
Giovanni Fattori

Artist, Italian, 1825 - 1908

This is a drawing of a mule in a rustic setting. The image features a mule with a saddle against a textured background that resembles a rough wall. The artwork is created using etching techniques, emphasizing line detail and texture. The overall tone is one of solitude and simplicity, with earthy tones dominating the composition. The mule's posture and the shadow on the ground contribute to the realism of the scene. Details such as the fur and muscles of the mule are intricately depicted, adding to the lifelike quality of the animal.

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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Umberto Sgarzi [1921-2017], Bologna, by descent; (Il Bulino Antiche Stampe di Matteo Crespi, Milan); purchased 2021 by NGA.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1983

  • Baboni, Andrea.Giovanni Fattori: l'opera incisa. 2 vols. Milan, 1983: no. LXVIII.

Inscriptions

lower right in plate: GF [monogram]

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