#44110 Benvenuto Benvenuti

The composition presents a landscape dominated by a monumental, stylized hill or ridge. The artist has rendered this landform with broad planes of color – ochre, brown, and green – suggesting both solidity and a deliberate abstraction from naturalistic representation. A small structure, possibly a building or shrine, sits atop the elevated ground, appearing almost insignificant against the scale of the terrain. To the right, a line of dark, columnar trees punctuates the scene, their verticality contrasting with the undulating forms of the hill.
The sky is rendered in an intensely vibrant blue, punctuated by streaks and patches of pink and red that create a dynamic, swirling effect. These colors are not blended smoothly; instead, they appear as distinct blocks or points of color, characteristic of a pointillist approach. A large, elongated form – resembling a hand or perhaps a stylized wing – extends diagonally across the upper portion of the canvas, further amplifying the sense of movement and otherworldly presence.
In the foreground, a dark silhouette of what appears to be an animal (possibly a horse or donkey) is positioned near the bottom edge of the painting. Its form is indistinct, contributing to the overall feeling of mystery and ambiguity. The ground plane itself is rendered in muted yellows and greens, creating a sense of depth while maintaining the flattened perspective characteristic of the work.
Subtly, the painting seems to explore themes of spirituality and transcendence. The elevated structure atop the hill could symbolize faith or enlightenment, while the expansive sky and the unusual form dominating it suggest a connection to something beyond the earthly realm. The animal in the foreground might represent humility or a grounding force within this larger spiritual context. The deliberate use of color and fragmented forms creates an atmosphere that is both dreamlike and intensely symbolic, inviting contemplation on themes of human existence and its relationship to the cosmos.