Atelier — Complimentary worldwide shipping — Delivery 2–6 weeks
      Preview AR preview Buy Hand Made Painting Switch to Digital Image Send
      Details Guide Add to favorites Download Similars X-Ray Diaporama Stats

      Last Leaves

      • Creation date1906
      • Dimensions100.0 x 201.0 cm

      Michele Catti (1855-1914) was a leading Sicilian landscape painter of the Belle Époque, renowned for his lyrical depictions of Sicily’s seascapes and autumnal scenes. Discover his captivating paintings & legacy!

      Giclée / Art Print

      Museum-quality giclée or canvas print with fast production and flexible finish options. ( Buy Hand Made Painting Switch to Digital Image)

      Standard
      custom
      CM
      INCH

      Pick from our preset sizes that match the artwork's original proportions.

      width
      height

      Type the width and the height you need, to fit your frame or your wall. A print can only be cut, never made bigger than the picture, so a size with a different shape loses a part of the image. We send you a digital mockup to approve before we print anything. The picture shown on this page does not show the real cut — only the mockup does.

      Worldwide Delivery () in 2 weeks instead of standard 4/5 weeks. (27 October)

      Free Worldwide Express Shipping
      High-Quality Linen Canvas
      Full Shipping Insurance
      Customs Tax Refund Guarantee
      True Color Matching Guarantee
      100-Day Return Policy (Defects Only)
      100% Money-Back Guarantee
      Bulk Discount Offer

      Total Price

      $ 70

      Last Leaves

      Giclée / Art Print

      Reproduction Size

      -

      Total Price

      $ 70

      In this artwork Catti shows one of Palermo’s main streets, Via Libertà, by providing a very personal, introspective view inspired by symbolist principles and with a melancholic mood. The painting enhances the skilful and strong expressive rendering of the humid environment and wet ground which reflects figures of people rushing about, in middle-class clothes, while they are strolling along the street, together with the different shades of colour of the green trees and of the dried-up ones as well.

      Questions & Answers

      How strong is the contrast in "Last Leaves" by Michele Catti?

      The light-dark contrast of "Last Leaves" is recorded as bold. Contrast describes how strongly light and dark areas differ.

      What was Michele Catti's age when "Last Leaves" was created?

      When "Last Leaves" was created in 1906, Michele Catti - born in 1855 - was 51 years old.

      What explains the copyright situation of "Last Leaves" by Michele Catti?

      The copyright status of "Last Leaves" - in the public domain - its copyright has expired - follows from the artist's death in 1914.


      Artist Biography

      Early Life and Training

      • Born: Palermo, Italy (1855)
      • Died: 1914
      • Initially intended for a legal career but pursued art instead.
      • Studied under Francesco Lojacono, a prominent Sicilian landscape painter.
      • Lojacono's influence shaped Catti’s style, characterized by lyricism and capturing the play of light on the Sicilian landscape.

      Artistic Career and Notable Works

      • Exhibited in 1875 at the exhibition organized in Montevergini, showcasing his painting "Burrasca d'autunno."
      • Worked on ceiling decorations for the Teatro Massimo of Palermo (1893-1897).
      • Known for deep sense of color and ability to capture the mood of the Sicilian landscape.
      • Notable works include:
        • "La Collezione Bonello" – part of the collection at the National Museum of Fine Arts in Valletta, Malta.
        • "View of Acquasanta, Palermo."
      • Visited Rome in 1883 and was invited to work in Francesco Paolo Michetti's studio but declined.
      • Married Maria Anna Contarini in 1888; they had four children.

      Influences and Artistic Development

      • Influenced by Francesco Lojacono and Antonio Leto.
      • Part of the "canonical triad" of Sicilian landscape painters during the Belle Époque, alongside Lojacono and Leto.
      • Initially followed Lojacono's teachings but later moved towards a more impressionistic style around 1885.
      • Inspired by the works of Antonio Leto, characterized by a wide and sparse brushstroke.
      • Met Vincenzo Ragusa and considered opening a school together, influenced by Japanese artistic components.

      Major Achievements and Historical Significance

      • Considered one of the most important Sicilian landscape painters of the Belle Époque.
      • His paintings are celebrated for their ability to capture the essence of Sicily’s landscapes and seascapes.
      • His work contributed significantly to the movement of Sicilian landscape painting during his time.
      • Paintings found in museums and private collections worldwide, including the Museum Gipsoteca Antonio Canova in Possagno, Italy.

      Legacy

      • Catti's paintings continue to inspire artists and art lovers.
      • His work remains a testament to the beauty and power of the Sicilian landscape.
      • His legacy is preserved through exhibitions and collections showcasing his artistic contributions.
      Michele Catti

      Michele Catti

      1855 - 1914 , Italy

      Quick Facts

      • Full Name: Michele Catti
      • Nationality: Italian
      • Date Of Birth: 1855
      • Date Of Death: 1914
      • Place Of Birth: Palermo, Italy
      • Notable Artworks:
        • La collezione Bonello
        • Burrasca d’autunno
        • Crepuscolo
      • Artistic Movement Or Style: Sicilian landscape painting
      • Artists Who Influenced This Artist:
        • Francesco Lojacono
        • Antonio Leto
      Explore artworks organized by themes, styles, and characteristics.
      © TopImpressionists.com — All Rights Reserved  ·  100% Hand-Painted · Satisfaction Guaranteed · Free Worldwide Shipping
      VISA MASTERCARD