Francesco Paolo Delle Noci, Mythological Figure on Lion, Screenprint, 1980s

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Color screen print on paper. Artist proof, hand signed. A refined colour screenprint by Italian artist Francesco Paolo Delle Noci, … Read more Color screen print on paper. Artist proof, hand signed. A refined colour screenprint by Italian artist Francesco Paolo Delle Noci, presenting a stylised mythological composition rendered with remarkable graphic precision. The image depicts an armored figure seated upon a lion-like creature, combining elements of classical mythology with the artist’s distinctive decorative and surreal visual language. Executed in delicate black linework and finely modulated tonal stippling, the central figures contrast sharply against a simplified and highly graphic landscape of curved forms and colour fields. The background’s gradient sky in soft violet and blue tones frames the sculptural clarity of the black-and-white figure, while bold accents of orange, pink, and black introduce a dramatic and theatrical sense of depth. Delle Noci’s imagery often merges references to classical mythology, symbolic allegory, and ornamental design, producing compositions that appear both ancient and modern. The detailed patterning of the lion’s mane and the stylised armor evokes a hybrid aesthetic influenced by Surrealism, Art Nouveau line work, and Italian graphic traditions. The print is in very good overall condition, with well-preserved colours and clean margins. Minor handling or storage marks consistent with age may be present. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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