Early 20th Century 'Pieta' Italian School Oil On Zinc
 
Early 20th Century • Oil on Zinc • 74 × 47.5 cm • Unframed
 
Quiet, contemplative, and deeply evocative, this early 20th-century Italian School Pietà brings a gentle devotional presence to any space. Painted in oil on zinc—a beautifully smooth, subtly reflective surface rarely used outside specialist devotional work—the scene has a luminous, almost serene quality that softens the solemnity of the subject.
 
The Virgin is shown tenderly supporting the body of Christ, her robes falling in rich folds of blue and red, while the surrounding figures are rendered with a calm restraint that feels both intimate and timeless. The zinc ground lends the colours a cool, silvery glow, giving the painting a quiet radiance even in soft or low light.
 
The surface shows nuanced modelling and a palette that sits effortlessly in modern interiors—deep earth tones, muted blues, and soft highlights that harmonise beautifully with natural textures, stone, wood, and linen.
 
Presented unframed, the piece is ready to lean casually on a console or be placed in a more formal frame, depending on the mood of the room. Whether displayed in a hallway, living space, or as part of a serene corner for reflection, it offers a rare combination of beauty and emotional stillness.
 
A devotional work with true atmosphere—perfect for creating a moment of pause and presence within the home.
 
Dimensions: H74 × W47.5 cm
 
TREV361 90160 261125
 
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