Attilio Pratella: Capturing Naples Through Impressionistic Brushstrokes Attilio Pratella (1856 in Lugo di Romagna, Italy – 1949 in Naples, Italy) stands as a cornerstone of Italian Impressionism, celebrated for his luminous and emotionally resonant depictions of Neapolitan life and landscapes. Born into an artistic lineage—his father Alessandro Pratelli was himself a painter—Pratella’s early exposure to art instilled within him an unwavering devotion that would guide his lifelong pursuit of capturing the soul of his beloved city. Early Life & Education Pratella's formative years unfolded i…