Franco Costa, Egyptian Landscape at Sunset, Screenprint, 1990s

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Screen print on paper. Artist's proof, hand signed. A striking colour serigraph by Italian artist Franco Costa, depicting a stylised … Read more Screen print on paper. Artist's proof, hand signed. A striking colour serigraph by Italian artist Franco Costa, depicting a stylised Egyptian landscape at sunset. The composition presents a dramatic silhouette of ancient monuments rising from the horizon, including a tall obelisk and temple structures reminiscent of the monumental architecture of the Nile Valley. Rendered in Costa’s characteristic bold graphic language, the skyline appears as a dark silhouette against a radiant sky composed of layered bands of crimson, vermilion, and deep orange. The sweeping colour gradients evoke the intense atmosphere of a desert sunset, while the simplified forms and strong contrasts give the scene a powerful decorative impact. Costa’s work frequently blends travel imagery, architectural landmarks, and evocative natural light, transforming iconic locations into striking graphic compositions. In this piece, the minimalist treatment of the landscape and the dramatic colour fields create a contemplative and almost cinematic atmosphere, emphasizing the timeless grandeur of the ancient monuments. The present impression is marked “P.A.” (Prova d’Artista), indicating an artist’s proof, typically printed in small numbers and retained by the artist outside the regular edition. Excellent condition. 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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