{"product_id":"litografia-originale-a-colori-antichi-cavalieri-e-villa-di-giorgio-de-chirico-del-1954","title":"Original Color Lithograph 'Ancient Knights and Villa' by Giorgio De Chirico from 1954","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal color lithograph “Ancient Knights and Villa,” created by Giorgio De Chirico and published by Carlo Bestetti Editore in 1954\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eØ cm 75 h cm 55 including frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiorgio de Chirico (Volos, Greece, 1888 – Rome, 1978) was one of the most important Italian painters of the 20th century and a fundamental figure in the development of modern art. He is universally recognized as the founder of Metaphysical Painting. De Chirico developed Metaphysical Painting between 1910 and 1917, profoundly influencing the Surrealists and other subsequent movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main subjects are solitary, sun-drenched, empty squares, often surrounded by porticoes of classical Italian architecture (such as those he imagined or saw in Turin and Florence). Human figures are rare or absent, replaced by mannequins, statues, or projected shadows that suggest a presence but also an unsettling emptiness. The light is often sharp, unreal, and originates from unknown sources, creating long, dramatic shadows that heighten the sense of mystery and suspended time. In his compositions, everyday objects (such as biscuits, rubber gloves, or drawing tools) are arranged illogically or in unexpected settings (such as on a stage), creating a sense of unease and mystery. De Chirico often manipulates the laws of perspective, making spaces appear distorted or objects seem to be in unstable equilibrium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giorgio De Chirico","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54693819154765,"sku":null,"price":570.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0506\/0909\/4810\/files\/Photoroom_20260903_180916.jpg?v=1788876241","url":"https:\/\/dadanovecento.com\/en-us\/products\/original-color-lithograph-ancient-knights-and-villa-by-giorgio-de-chirico-from-1954","provider":"DADA Novecento","version":"1.0","type":"link"}