Description: Vintage Pair of Original Gouache Cherub Paintings by Antonio Nappo Inspired By Casa dei Vettii Pompeii A pair of original, vintage gouache hand paintings of playful cherubs by 20th century Italian artist, Antonio Nappo. Inspired by the frescoes in the cherub room of Casa dei Vettii, a Roman townhouse in the ancient city of Pompeii, dated 79 AD. The hand painted cherubs are set on black and encircled with a thin red border, {hidden by the gilt wood frames} reminiscent of the red walls of the cherub room. The original painting of the cherub riding the crab is painted on a panel on the south end of the west wall atrium, leading onto the peristyle The original painting of the cherub on a chariot pulled by two dolphins is painted on the south wall of the atrium, between oecus and the doorway leading to the stable entrance and the steps to the upper floor circa 1960 Painted on paper Signed "Pompei ~ A. Nappo" Set in round gilt wood frames, complete with glass Frames 6 1/2" wide x 6 1/2" tall Paintings 5" wide Excellent Condition ~ Paintings are in excellent condition ~ Frame has very light surface wear
Price: 258 USD
Location: Atascadero, California
End Time: 2025-01-11T05:28:48.000Z
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Artist: Antonio Nappo
Type: Painting
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Size: Small
Theme: Pompeii Art
Style: Fantasy
Material: Paper
Production Technique: Gouache Painting
Subject: House of Vetti
