Nicola Simbari Original Oil Painting Boy with Wine Jug COA All Offers Considered

Artist: Nicola Simbari
Title: Boy with Wine Jug
Medium: Original Oil on Canvas
Canvas Size: 24" x 13.75"
Framed Size: 30" x 19.75"
Year: 1964
Condition: This piece is in perfect condition

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The beautiful Nicola Simbari original piece has amazing thick strokes of oil over the canvas creating an extremely textured painting. The colors of the painting are extremely bright and vivid. We recently wrapped it in a gallery quality beach wood sand white washed frame. Don't let this one of kind piece get away, submit your offer today to get it far under gallery retail. All pieces come with a gallery certificate and our lifetime exchange paperwork.

About Nicola Simbari

Nicola Simbari was born in San Lucido, Calabria, Italy, but spent much of his youth in Rome, where his father worked as an architect for the Vatican. This early exposure to the world of architecture had a profound influence on Simbari's later work, as he seamlessly integrated geometric shapes and structural elements into his paintings. His passion for art blossomed early, and by the time he was 13, Simbari had already decided to pursue a career in painting, enrolling at the prestigious Accademia di Belle Arti in Rome.

In the 1940s, Simbari established a studio at Via del Babuino in central Rome, where he began devoting himself entirely to his art. His early works were heavily influenced by his surroundings—scenes of gypsies, fishing villages, Italian cafés, and the countryside. These works reflected the vibrancy of Mediterranean life, and he was drawn to themes of nature, light, and the emotional resonance of the world around him. Simbari’s unique style developed over time, combining vivid color palettes, dramatic contrasts, and abstract reflections of the Mediterranean landscape.

By the 1950s, Simbari’s distinctive approach to painting gained international recognition. His stunning use of color, often applied with a palette knife, allowed him to create paintings filled with energy and depth. His technique imbued his works with a sense of life, light, and movement. As his fame spread, Simbari’s work was exhibited in major cities like London and New York, solidifying his reputation as one of Italy's foremost modern artists.

His rise to prominence was marked by several key achievements, including a one-man show in London and a commission to paint murals for the Italian Pavilion at the 1958 World's Fair in Brussels. Simbari's paintings were celebrated for their boldness, and his show *Le Cirque* captivated audiences around the world, including in Paris, New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles. His ability to capture the excitement and energy of the circus mirrored his vibrant approach to life itself. 

Throughout his career, Simbari continued to explore Mediterranean landscapes, contemporary European life, and later, the dramatic vistas of the Southwest United States. He famously described the desert as “terrific drama,” calling it “mysterious and magical.” His paintings exuded color and emotion, often evoking deep responses from those who viewed them. 

Simbari's works are held in numerous prestigious collections worldwide, including the Bank of Tokyo, the Christian Dior Collection in Paris, and the Liberty Company in London. His paintings can also be found in major American institutions, such as Exxon Corporation, General Mills, and Pepsico. Critics have praised Simbari for his bold approach and emotional depth, with one notable critic describing his work as “thoroughly disarming.” 

Nicola Simbari's legacy as a master of modern Italian art endures, with his paintings continuing to inspire and captivate audiences around the world. His use of color, light, and texture, along with his passion for capturing the essence of life itself, cements his place as one of Italy’s most important and beloved artists.