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Cesare Peruzzi's Human Comedy at Recanati's Villa Colloredo Mels

exhibition · 2026-05-05

Born in Montelupone in 1894, Cesare Peruzzi made his debut in Rome at the Secessione international exhibition alongside Degas, Cézanne, Renoir, Guidi, and Casorati. His career includes over 250 solo shows. The exhibition 'Soggetti e affetti' at Museo Civico Villa Colloredo Mels in Recanati presents 80 works spanning portraiture, caricature, nudes, and depictions of family, peasant life, and artisans. Curated by Costanza Costanzi, the show runs until June 26, 2016. Peruzzi, a painter of reality, draws models from nature and humanity, using light and color to exalt his subjects. His technique ranges from precise drawing to rapid strokes, capturing spontaneous moments of a tender, industrious human comedy. The chronological display showcases varied media: delicate watercolors and vibrant oils and pastels.

Key facts

  • Cesare Peruzzi was born in Montelupone in 1894.
  • He debuted in Rome at the Secessione international exhibition.
  • He exhibited alongside Degas, Cézanne, Renoir, Guidi, and Casorati.
  • Peruzzi had over 250 solo exhibitions.
  • The exhibition 'Soggetti e affetti' is at Museo Civico Villa Colloredo Mels in Recanati.
  • The show features 80 works including portraits, caricatures, nudes, and scenes of family and rural life.
  • The exhibition is curated by Costanza Costanzi.
  • The exhibition runs until June 26, 2016.

Entities

Artists

  • Cesare Peruzzi
  • Edgar Degas
  • Paul Cézanne
  • Pierre-Auguste Renoir
  • Auguste Guidi
  • Felice Casorati
  • Costanza Costanzi

Institutions

  • Museo Civico Villa Colloredo Mels
  • Artribune

Locations

  • Montelupone
  • Italy
  • Rome
  • Recanati

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