R. Roberti, "Venice", original on canves, Framed

"Venice" by Raimondo Roberti Medium: Canvas Framing Description: Black and gold wood frame with linen liner. Artwork Measures: 25"h X 29"wFramed Measures: 25.5h X 33.5wRetail Value: $1564.00About the Artist:Raimondo Roberti grew up in post World War II Naples, Italy. His family's villa was close to the home of the artist G. Gigante, one of the foremost exponents of classical Neopolitan painting. His school, known as the School of Posillipo, exerted a strong influence on Roberti. As a young man Roberti spent time in the United Sates at the Hudson River School of Painting eturning to Rome where he completed his studies in architecture and art history. Roberti is acknowledged for his vibrant port scenes of the Southern Italian coastline. He is a master at capturing the scale and drama of the Amalfi coast and the Bay of Naples. His paintings are often taken from high vantage points allowing the viewer to visually experience the rugged terrain and scenic beauty that is the artist's heritage. Roberti’s work is shown throughout the United States,Italy, and New Zealand.