Silvestro Lega

1868

La Visita

Silvestro Lega's 'La Visita' (1868) captures a candid street scene with five figures, showcasing Italian Realism and social interaction. Explore this iconic painting’s history & artistry.

Silvestro Lega

1864

The Pergola

Discover Silvestro Lega’s ‘The Pergola,’ a captivating 1864 oil painting showcasing Impressionistic brushwork & warm earth tones. Explore plein air beauty & Macchiaioli realism.

Silvestro Lega

1868

Il Pergolato (also Known As Il Dopopranzo)

Discover Silvestro Lega’s ‘Il Pergolato,’ a serene Macchiaioli masterpiece depicting women in idyllic leisure. Explore its light, color & 19th-century Italian realism. #ItalianArt #Macchiaioli #Lega

Silvestro Lega

1867

Il Canto Di Uno Stornello

Silvestro Lega's "Il canto di uno stornello" (1867) captures a serene domestic scene with musical figures, showcasing the artist’s Realist style and Macchiaioli movement influence.

Silvestro Lega

1861

Ritorno Di Bersaglieri Italiani Da Una Ricognizione

This artwork is notable for its depiction of Bersaglieri – elite infantry units – leading Austrian prisoners, symbolizing victory and national pride. It resides in Palazzo Pitti, Florence.

Silvestro Lega

1885

Head Of A Woman

Admire 'Head of a Woman' by Silvestro Lega – a captivating 1885 portrait showcasing realism & subtle beauty. Explore the artistry and intrigue behind this Italian masterpiece.

Silvestro Lega

1861

Self-portrait

Admire Silvestro Lega’s ‘Self-portrait,’ a masterful Realist depiction capturing the contemplative gaze of an Italian gentleman. Explore museum-quality reproductions at ArtsDot.com.

Silvestro Lega

1880

In The Villa

Lega was born into an affluent family in Modigliana

Silvestro Lega

1890

The Bandini Sisters

Silvestro Lega (1826-1895) was a leading Italian Realist painter of the Macchiaioli movement, known for intimate scenes & landscapes reflecting rural life and the Risorgimento.

Silvestro Lega

1861

Portrait Of Giuseppe Garibaldi

Admire Silvestro Lega’s ‘Portrait of Giuseppe Garibaldi,’ a striking realist painting from 1861. Explore this Macchiaioli masterpiece featuring a rugged hero & rich details.

Silvestro Lega

1887

The Owner Of The Farm

Silvestro Lega's 'The Owner of the Farm' (1887) captures a serene woman tending her garden, reflecting Italian Realism and rural life. A beautiful painting by Lega.

Bust Of A Peasant Woman — Silvestro Lega

Silvestro Lega’s 1873 ‘Bust of a Peasant Woman’ captures Italian Realism with a poignant portrait of introspection. This hand-painted reproduction showcases the artist's mastery and offers a timeless glimpse into everyday life.