Impressionists in Florence

A breath of spring is on display at the exhibition of American Impressionists in the Palazzo Strozzi in Florence.

Among the works present: J. Singer Sargent, M. Cassat, J. Abbott, Whistler, M. Chase, and
F.C. Hassam.
I found it very interesting to learn more about the activities of these Americans, who formed their own colony in Florence at the end of 19th century. It is also interesting the relationship they had with other artists and intellectuals living in the city at that time such as Bernard Berenson, the brothers William James, Egisto Fabbri, M Hooper La Farge, C. Loeser, E. Wharton.

Corcos

Other local Italian artists were present in the exhibition such as painter Corcos from Livorno and Boldini from Ferrara.

Vernon Lee

Villa il Palmerino

It was very significant and exciting for me to see Villa Palmerino in a painting interpreted by Joseph Pennel. This villa is still in a beautiful green area of town at the foot of the Fiesole hills. The English writer Vernon Lee lived here and in the 70's I spent a part of my childhood here with my family. I have wonderful memories!

 - Posted by Angelica