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A Florentine Festival: Bringing the Left-overs to the Animals and Table of the Poor
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A Florentine Festival: Bringing the Left-overs to the Animals and Table of the Poor
989812 A Florentine Festival: Bringing the Left-overs to the Animals and Table of the Poor, (watercolour, gouache and gold relief on board) by Meacci, Ricciardo (1856-1938); 36.8x115.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Florentine Festival: Bringing the Left-overs to the Animals and Table of the Poor; Le Portate, il Cibo agli Animali e la Mensa dei Poveri. Ricciardo Meacci (1856-1938). Watercolour, gouache and gold relief on board (one of a series of six). 36.8 x 115.6cm.); Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22743094
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Architectural Feature Balconies Balcony Bringing Celebrate Destitute Event Festival Festivity Florentine Hardship Italian Art Italian Artist Large Group Occasion Opressed Oval Shaped Panoramic Image Pillar Social Commentary Social Issues Third Class 19th Century European Art 19th Century Painting Festivities Interior Decoration Leftovers Mealtime Positive Concepts
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A Florentine Festival - Bringing the Left-overs to the Animals and Table of the Poor
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is a captivating 19th-century painting by Italian artist Ricciardo Meacci. This stunning watercolor, gouache, and gold relief on board artwork measures 36.8x115.6 cm and belongs to a private collection. The painting depicts a bustling scene during a festive event in Florence. In the foreground, we see a large group of people gathered together, both men and women, bringing leftover food to feed the animals and provide meals for the poor. The atmosphere is filled with compassion as individuals from different social classes come together to share their resources. Meacci's attention to detail is evident in his portrayal of architecture and interior decoration. Balconies adorned with decorative pillars create an elegant backdrop for this charitable act. The artist skillfully captures various human postures, conveying emotions ranging from destitution to celebration. This artwork serves as social commentary on poverty and inequality prevalent during that time period in Italy. Meacci highlights the hardships faced by those less fortunate while emphasizing positive concepts such as community support and generosity. Through its panoramic composition, "A Florentine Festival" invites viewers into this vibrant moment where humanity transcends societal divisions. It stands as a testament to Meacci's talent as an Italian artist capturing not only physical details but also evoking empathy through his work.
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