Francesco Cuttitta's Panoramic Palermo Views at Galleria Nuvole
Francesco Cuttitta, a Palermo native born in 1988, is showcasing his latest collection at Galleria Nuvole. His work, influenced by time spent in London and the pop art movement, features engaging paper sketches that depict hands interacting with detailed landscapes and personal insights. Pieces like 'Angelo e Katia seduti attorno a un tavolo' and 'Il bagno di Dario' come in varied versions that reimagine urban interiors. His vibrant paintings—such as 'Via Bandiera vista dal primo piano del civico 67'—offer striking views of the city, blending contemporary aesthetics with the rich visual legacy of Palermo's artistic heritage.
Key facts
- Francesco Cuttitta was born in Palermo in 1988.
- He recently exhibited in London, influencing his style with David Hockney's pop art.
- The exhibition is at Galleria Nuvole in Palermo.
- Works include multiple versions of 'Angelo e Katia seduti attorno a un tavolo' and 'Il bagno di Dario'.
- Paintings are titled with specific street addresses, e.g., 'Via Bandiera vista dal primo piano del civico 67'.
- Cuttitta's style is described as intimate and naive, reminiscent of the Scuola di Palermo.
- His use of two-dimensional backgrounds and flat colors recalls Matisse.
- The article is by Mercedes Auteri.
Entities
Artists
- Francesco Cuttitta
- David Hockney
- Henri Matisse
- Mercedes Auteri
Institutions
- Galleria Nuvole
- Scuola di Palermo
- Artribune
Locations
- Palermo
- Italy
- London
- United Kingdom
- Via Bandiera
- Vicolo Valguarnera
- Monte Pellegrino