On offer is an Italian oil painting by Arturo Petrocelli dating from the late 19th to early 20th century. This charming genre scene depicts an elderly couple reading a newspaper together, captured with warmth, humour and expressive characterisation. The detailed facial expressions and careful observation of everyday life reflect the qualities that made Petrocelli’s work popular among collectors of Italian genre painting.

Arturo Petrocelli was known for his engaging narrative scenes, often portraying ordinary people in moments of conversation, companionship and daily life. This signed example displays fine attention to texture, colour and expression, creating a lively and appealing composition. The painting is framed and glazed for protection, measuring approximately 15 × 13 inches (38 × 33 cm), and remains in excellent condition with no visible damage or repairs. A fine example of an Arturo Petrocelli oil painting from this sought after period.

Key Features

✅ Genuine Italian oil painting by Arturo Petrocelli

✅ Late 19th to early 20th century genre painting

✅ Depicts an elderly couple reading a newspaper

✅ Signed by the artist

✅ Framed and glazed for protection

✅ Condition: Excellent with no visible damage or repairs

✅ Approx. frame size 15 × 13 inches (38 × 33 cm)

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