Madonna Con Il Bambino, Signed Italian Oil on Canvas Masterpiece, Achille Funi (1890–1972).

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This exquisite early to mid-20th-century Italian oil painting on canvas masterfully depicts the timeless iconographic theme of the Madonna and … Read more This exquisite early to mid-20th-century Italian oil painting on canvas masterfully depicts the timeless iconographic theme of the Madonna and Child. The composition portrays the Virgin Mary tenderly cradling the infant Jesus, who affectionately embraces her while she holds a small closed book (likely symbolizing the Scriptures or divine wisdom) in her other hand. Mary's serene, contemplative gaze and gentle expression, combined with the playful intimacy of the Child, evoke a profound sense of maternal devotion and spiritual grace.

Achille Funi (Ferrara 1890 – Appiano Gentile 1972), a prominent figure in 20th-century Italian art, is renowned for his modernist reinterpretation of neoclassical principles, often blending classical clarity, balanced composition, and refined elegance with subtle contemporary sensibility. After early associations with Futurism and movements like Nuove Tendenze, Funi developed a distinctive style marked by monumental forms, harmonious palettes, and a return to traditional themes—particularly evident in his religious and mythological subjects, including several depictions of the Madonna (such as frescoes and drawings from the 1930s–1950s). This signed work exemplifies his skill in religious iconography, rendered with soft chiaroscuro, warm earthy tones (ochres, deep greens, terracotta reds), and luminous flesh tones that highlight the tender interaction between mother and child.

A rare opportunity to acquire a signed original by Achille Funi, one of Italy's leading 20th-century masters, whose works are held in major collections (including museums in Ferrara, Milan, and international institutions). Ideal for discerning collectors of Italian modern classicism, religious art, or Old Master-inspired 20th-century painting.

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Formerly in a European private collection; acquired on the Vienna antiques market (Austria). The object has been in Europe for several decades. See less