Nino Caffè was known for his humorous depictions of cardinals engaged in playful activities. Born in 1909, Caffè grew up studying the arts in his native, northern Italy. At an early age, he joined the company of another young artist, Basaldella Afro, who would in time play an important role in the re-emergence of Italian artists from controversy to prominence in the art world. Caffè exhibited often together with Afro in Milan, and from him, Caffe learned to introduce into his work the allusive and descriptive elements, which would later become his trademark. The source of his compositions were the many red-robed priests who were an ever-present and daily part of life in the big cities of Italy, especially Rome, which he frequented. He chose to paint them engaged in activities or humorous situations in which one would not likely see them partaking, and endeared himself to a large audience throughout the world. His works have been awarded prizes in New York and London, as well as Milan, and have been exhibited in numerous galleries and exhibitions on both continents. Impressed by the abundant sales of his works in the United States, Caffè immigrated there and lived out the rest of his life, painting and relishing his popularity. He lived and worked in the Marche region since 1931, specifically in Pesaro. In Ancona, he resided between 1923 and 1930. In 1935, he graduated from the Institute of Fine Arts in Urbino, teaching in the years 1943–44. Caffè has alternated his work between Pesaro and Rome, where he has conducted a study between 1943–44 and then from 1958–63.
Italian 20th C. Oil on Panel "Battipanni" 'The Carpet Beaters' by Nino Caffè
By Nino Caffè
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine Italian Mid-20th century oil on panel "Battipanni" (The Carpet Beaters) by Nino Caffè (1908-1975) depicting a group of Cardinals playing around with ...
Hardwood, Paint
1960s Italian Signed Abstract Painting
By Nino Caffè
Located in Roma, IT
Important signed Nino Caffè, painting on paper, mixed media. “Vestizione di un pretino” (Vestments of a Young Priest) Signed bottom center: Caffè. Young ...
Paper, Watercolor
“Babucce Rosse”
By Nino Caffè
Located in Warren, NJ
Nino Caffè Original On Board “Babucce Rosse”. In good condition measures 15x12
Oil
A Fine Italian Mid-20th Century Oil on Panel "Battipanni" 'The Carpet Beaters'
By Nino Caffè
Located in LA, CA
A fine Italian 20th century oil on panel "Battipanni" (The Carpet Beaters) by Nino Caffè (1908-1975) depicting a group of Cardinals playing a...
Wood, Oil
$1,000
H 13.75 in W 11 in
Pink Cosmos Monotype Print, Abstract Art, 2023, Hand-Pulled by the Artist
By a.muse
Located in New york, NY
In the artist's abstract print series, Cosmos, 2023 by a.muse represents an imaginary cosmos - the universe as a place of longing, dreams, wonder, and ethereal beauty. A 13.75" x 11"...
Ink, Rag Paper, Monotype, Gouache
$37,500
H 32 in W 32 in D 1.25 in
“Palm Trees Along Florida Coast, c. 1940” American Impressionist Palm Beach
By Jane Peterson
Located in Yardley, PA
A wonderful example of Peterson’s views of the Florida Coast during her winter trips down south. Painted during Peterson’s mature period, this lively work underscores the energy of ...
Canvas, Oil
End of the Day Mortehoe: Oil Paint on Canvas
By Bill Bate
Located in London, GB
The dramatic luminescence of Bill Bate’s other-worldly figures are evocative, atmospheric and mesmerising. From the depths of the ocean to celestial heights, the rich pigmentation o...
Canvas, Oil
$951
H 21 in W 25.5 in
Mid-19th-Century Oil Painting, River Landscape With Thatched Cottage & Windmill
By Edward Williams
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This charming mid-19th-century oil painting depicts a river landscape with a thatched cottage, boatmen, and windmill. It’s reminiscent of works by English artist Edward Williams (178...
Canvas, Oil
$470
H 19.9 in W 16.4 in D 1 in
1858 Swedish Oil Painting Tender Family Scene Mother and Sleeping Child Framed
Located in Stockholm, SE
Immerse yourself in the touching scene of this 1858 painting that tells a beautiful story: As she protected her baby's sweet sleep, the mother nestled comfortably nearby, ready to kn...
Canvas, Wood, Oil
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 14 in W 10.75 in D 1 in
Latin American Modern Surreal Figure Painting, 1950's
Located in Washington, DC
Wonderful Surreal Latin American painting. Painting is oil on masonite board with original frame. Appears to be unsigned. Condition is excelle...
Masonite, Oil
$1,550
H 25.6 in W 21.7 in D 1 in
1817 Oval Portrait of Gentleman Oil on Canvas Original Empire Gilt Bronze Frame
Located in Stockholm, SE
This accomplished portrait captures a distinguished young gentleman at the twilight of the Napoleonic era. His penetrating gaze and confident bearing betray not only his aristocratic...
Bronze, Gold Leaf
$6,637
H 32.5 in W 26.5 in
Early-18th Century French School, Ex-Voto Portrait With Emilian Jacobin
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This splendid early 18th-century French oil painting represents an ‘ex-voto’ with Emilian Jacobin and a depiction of the Virgin Mary with Christ and angels. Ex votos are votive offe...
Canvas, Oil
$1,421Sale Price|20% Off
H 13.98 in W 16.34 in
Naturalistic Italian painter - 17/18th century landscape painting - Cows, goats
Located in Varmo, IT
Italian painter (late 18th-early 19th century) - Landscape with cows, goats, and a dog by the stream. 21.5 x 26.5 cm unframed, 35.5 x 41.5 cm with frame. Antique oil painting on ca...
Oil, Canvas
$1,421
H 20.87 in W 32.68 in D 1.19 in
20th Century Italian Acrylic Abstract Urban Expressionist Painting on Canvas
By Andrea Spinelli
Located in Firenze, IT
The present work of art titled "Urban Abstraction (ripped off posters)" is part of a series of paintings that the artist composed in the 1980s and 1990s inspired by the observation of the urban reality of those years. The artist take the cue from his walks in Florence, both in the center and in the suburbs, and by the observation of billboards and posters scattered throughout the city. The mass of information, colors, messages and words were carried on the canvas with acrylic colors, ideally reconstructing the tears and overlaps of all the information and advertising contained on these huge sheets of paper that invade our cities. The geometric lines are overlaid with jagged lines, overlaps and color dripping and also the choice in the color palette, with different shades of white, gray, rose, orange red and blue helps in rendering the result of the tears and ripped paper. The result is a beautiful multicolored modern abstract canvas, both aesthetically and ethically, with many rich layers of color, texture and expression in which the artist leaves his own message. The painting is housed in a simple modern white lacquer wood frame. Andrea Spinelli...
Canvas, Acrylic
Elegant Vintage Oil Painting on Canvas, 20th Century, Hand-Painted
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Vintage painting of elegant woman looking forward gracefully, with mysterious look, nice colors combinations, great decorative painting. Sig...
Canvas, Wood
$7,608Sale Price|20% Off
H 34.5 in W 39 in D 2.5 in
Winter Sunlight in the Forest 20th Century Realist Oil Painting by German Artist
Located in Preston, GB
Winter Sunlight in the Forest 20th Century Realist Oil Painting by German Landscape Artist, Wolfgang Heinz (1930–2014). Art measures 32 x 28 inches Frame measures 39 x 34.5 inches ...
Canvas, Wood, Cotton Canvas, Oil