antonio dionisio alice was an argentine portrait painter born on february 23, 1886, in buenos aires, argentina. he was awarded the prix de rome in 1904 and studied at the royal academy of painting in turin under giacomo grosso, francisco gilardi, and andrea tavernier. during his four years at the academy, he was awarded three gold medals. early life and education alice's early life and education played a significant role in shaping his artistic style. he was born into a family of artists and was encouraged to pursue his passion for painting from a young age. his talent and dedication earned h…