Pencil

Landscapes It is a work of Consalvo Carelli, built between 1870 and 1880.
This pencil on paper features two sketches, one of which appears to depict Vesuvius.

• Sheet size: mm. 73×132
• Support: Paper
• Condition: Excellent

Carelli, one of the major exponents of the Posillipo School, was born in Naples in 1818.
His artistic training began at a young age, under the guidance of his father, Raffaele, and later with the Englishman William Leicht.
His career includes important recognitions, such as the position of painting master to Queen Margherita and the nomination as professor at the Accademia di San Luca.

Abruzzo landscape with shepherds It is a work created by Consalvo Carelli between 1870 and 1880. This valuable engraving, signed lower right, represents a typical landscape of Abruzzo, enriched by the presence of shepherds.

Carelli, one of the major exponents of the Posillipo School, used pencil on paper, glued to another paper support.

• Dimensions: mm. 180×280
• Condition: Excellent
• Support: Paper

Landscape with boats It is a work created by Consalvo Carelli between 1870 and 1880, using the technique of pencil on paper.
This unsigned drawing is glued onto cardboard and measures 73 x 132 mm.

• Artist: Consalvo Carelli (Naples, 1818-1900)
• Era: 19th century
• Condition: Excellent
• Support: Paper
• Dimensions: Small

Carelli, known for his adherence to the Posillipo school, learned the first rudiments of art from his father and perfected his practice in watercolour.
His career was marked by numerous successes, including exhibitions at the Paris Salons and recognition from the French nobility. He died in Naples in 1900, leaving an important artistic legacy.

Pastore e monaco in viaggio It is a work by Consalvo Carelli, created between 1870 and 1880.
Questa matita su carta, non firmata e incollata ad altro supporto cartaceo, misura mm. 181×199.

• Artist: Consalvo Carelli (1818-1900)
• Era: 19th century
• Dimensions: Small
• Support: Paper
• Condition: Excellent

Carelli is considered one of the major exponents of the Posillipo School, un movimento pittorico che ha avuto un impatto significativo nel XIX secolo.
Nato a Napoli, Carelli ha appreso le basi artistiche dal padre e ha perfezionato la sua tecnica sotto la guida di William Leicht.
La sua carriera è stata segnata da importanti riconoscimenti, tra cui l’incarico di maestro di pittura della Regina Margherita e la nomina a professore presso l’Accademia di San Luca.