Domenico Piola (Genova, 1627 – 1703)

Child Bacchus Domenico Piola (Genoa, 1627 – Genoa, April 8, 1703) Oil on canvas Canvas cm. 71 x 90 Frame cm. 86 x 105 Excellent condition The painting depicts a child Bacchus, completely nude and lying with his legs open on a sheet, drinking from a flask held in his mouth with his right hand, helped to support it by a servant putto. The pagan deity is in an evident state of intoxication, inebriated by the wine, with his face expressing an ecstatic smile. The scene takes place outdoors with the naked bodies of the two protagonists well lit in the foreground, in stark contrast to the background of the landscape with the dark sky. The canvas is enlivened by a Medici vase richly decorated with figures in high relief, with a splendid, very lively floral composition next to the little drinker. It is a very pleasant 17th-century work faithful to the traditional predisposition of the Genoese school for this fascinating type of subject, which saw Domenico Piola as its main reference. The painting should be placed in the production of his workshop, specializing in allegorical, mythological and religious scenes with protagonists putti little angels and faces of cherubs, always suitable for display in the luxurious palaces of the great Ligurian city. The canvas is in excellent condition complete with a beautiful finely carved gilded frame with plant motifs. Certificate of authenticity in accordance with the law issued by an antique dealer registered with FIMA (Italian Federation of Art Merchants) We deliver directly if the distance allows, otherwise we use specialized couriers. Shipping is tracked (DHL TRACKING) and fully insured with shockproof packaging in a custom-built wooden crate Delivery within 3 working days of receiving the bank transfer (DHL EXPRESS) Negotiable price and personalized payments. We will respond by phone (348 7225327) or email to your every request