Alessio Paternesi Galleria La Gradiva 1983 Vintage Art Poster

Artist: Alessio Paternesi
Exhibition Venue: Galleria La Gradiva (Centro d'Arte La Barcaccia), Rome
Year of Publication: 1983
Printer: Arti Grafiche di Lauro Roma
Material: Heavy archival poster paper
Technique: High-quality vintage lithographic printing
Dimensions: 100 x 70 cm / 39.4 x 27.6 in (Oversized format)
 
An original, large-format vintage exhibition poster tracking back to March 1983. This rare piece was published to mark the solo exhibition of the celebrated Italian artist Alessio Paternesi at the Galleria La Gradiva, a notable section of the Centro d'Arte La Barcaccia located near Piazza del Popolo in Rome.
The poster features a striking figurative artwork typical of Paternesi's poetic visual language, showcasing a stylized human form and a hound set against a textured, earth-toned background. Printed by the renowned typography house Arti Grafiche di Lauro Roma, this oversized lithographic poster captures the artistic essence of Rome's 1980s gallery scene. Its grand proportions and rich cultural context make it a sophisticated focal point for modern and mid-century modern interiors.
 
About the Artist
Alessio Paternesi (1937–2023) was a prominent Italian painter and sculptor deeply rooted in the historical Tuscia region. Known for his profound relationship with form, texture, and light, his works seamlessly navigate between classical Italian traditions and contemporary figurative expression. Throughout his decades-long career, Paternesi exhibited extensively across Europe and the United States, leaving behind a legacy celebrated for its emotional depth, lyrical draftsmanship, and monumental public sculptures.