Mid-Century Italian Coastal Still Life Oil Painting | Impasto Fish Scene, Framed (c.1950–70)

Mid-century Italian still life of coastal fish, painted in thick impasto with surface is heavily worked with palette knife, giving it real texture and movement.

A strong piece for a kitchen or dining space—brings colour, depth and a sense of place without needing anything around it.
An Italian oil painting depicting a seaside catch laid out along the shoreline, likely painted between the 1950s–70s.

Executed in a bold impasto technique, with layered, sculptural paint across the fish, rocks and sea. The colour palette—turquoise, ochre, coral and soft neutrals—sits easily into both rustic and more refined interiors.

Sourced and framed in Florence (label to verso from a Florentine cornici workshop), and housed in its original gilt frame with natural wear consistent with age.

This is Mediterranean feel and bold technique make a strong visual impact—exactly the kind of piece that anchors a wall.

HOW TO STYLE

• Above a kitchen bench or open shelving to bring warmth and colour

• In a dining space to add depth without heaviness

• Layered with ceramics, timber and linen for a relaxed European feel

DETAILS

- Origin: Italy
- Era: Mid-century (c.1950–70)
- Medium: Oil on canvas (impasto technique)
- Frame: Original gilt wood frame
- Frame size: 90 cm W × 70 cm H
- Canvas size: 77 cm W × approx. 50 cm H
- Condition: Good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear to frame; painting surface strong and stable

NOTES

Florence framing label to reverse.

Minor imperfections consistent with age add to its character.