Oil Pastel, Graphite, and Pigment on Canvas
82 x 72 in
208 x 183 cm
US $ 14,000
Orazio De Gennaro’s painting exudes an earthy, organic vibrancy that feels both ethereal and grounded. The layered textures and rich palette—a mix of dusky charcoal tones blending into warm ochres, with sharp accents of turquoise and red—evoke a rugged landscape reminiscent of Benevento's storied terrain. The interplay of pastel and graphite on canvas lends a tactile immediacy, contrasting with De Gennaro’s delicate, almost ephemeral brushstrokes. This approach draws parallels to Anselm Kiefer’s explorations of history through layered materials but diverges with De Gennaro’s distinctly Italian warmth and intimacy.
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Orazio De Gennaro’s painting exudes an earthy, organic vibrancy that feels both ethereal and grounded. The layered textures and rich palette—a mix of dusky charcoal tones blending into warm ochres, with sharp accents of turquoise and red—evoke a rugged landscape reminiscent of Benevento's storied terrain. The interplay of pastel and graphite on canvas lends a tactile immediacy, contrasting with De Gennaro’s delicate, almost ephemeral brushstrokes. This approach draws parallels to Anselm Kiefer’s explorations of history through layered materials but diverges with De Gennaro’s distinctly Italian warmth and intimacy.
The painting’s scraped and torched surface reveals De Gennaro's process of both construction and erosion, giving it a visceral depth. It feels as though he is digging into the land of his ancestors, not merely representing it. Each stroke and texture seems to reach into the past, capturing memories embedded in the landscape itself. This tactile dimension, alongside his earthy color palette, captures the Italian landscape's physicality, making it feel alive and immersive.