Pair of oils on canvas by Mergellina
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Pair of oils on canvas depicting Mergellina with characters and ships. Signed at the bottom left Salvatore Candido 1843. Naples, 1820. A work that captures the vibrancy of Naples’ maritime life, highlighting the artist’s mastery in portraying detailed and realistic scenes. Size: 112×42 cm. Made in oil on canvas. Origin: Naples. These paintings not only illustrate the eventful life of Mergellina, but also show Salvatore Candido’s ability to create vivid and detailed compositions. They are significant works that offer a fascinating look at nineteenth-century Naples.