#02532 Filippo De Pisis

Here we see a cityscape rendered in a vibrant, almost feverish style. The composition is dominated by a sense of upward movement, directed towards a tall, slender structure that pierces the turbulent sky. This central element, though indistinct in detail, acts as a focal point, drawing the eye and establishing a vertical axis within the scene.

The artist has employed an expressive brushstroke, applying paint with visible energy and leaving traces of the application on the surface. The color palette is rich, featuring earthy tones of ochre and brown for the buildings, contrasted by patches of intense green foliage and a dramatic sky filled with swirling grey clouds punctuated by bursts of light. This interplay of colors creates a dynamic visual tension.

The foreground depicts what appears to be a public space – a plaza or park – populated by figures rendered in a simplified, almost schematic manner. They are not individualized but rather function as part of the overall atmosphere, contributing to the sense of bustling urban life. A low fence runs along the bottom edge of the canvas, further separating the viewer from the scene and creating a feeling of observation.

The painting conveys a mood that is both energetic and slightly unsettling. The dramatic sky suggests an impending storm or a moment of emotional intensity. While theres a sense of vibrancy and life in the depiction of the city, the overall impression isn’t one of serene beauty but rather of a place teeming with activity and perhaps underlying anxieties.

The artist seems less interested in precise representation than in capturing the feeling – the impression – of being present within this urban environment. The blurred details and expressive brushwork suggest a fleeting moment, an attempt to freeze a sensory experience rather than create a photographic record. It’s a scene imbued with subjectivity; its not merely what is seen but how it is felt.