Alessandro Milesi
1856–1945 · Italian · 24 artworks
RealismImpressionismGenre paintingRealist depiction of figuresImpressionistic light effectsVenetian scenesUse of muted color palettes
artist bio
Alessandro Milesi was an Italian painter known for his genre scenes and portraits, often depicting Venetian life with a Realist approach infused with Impressionistic elements. He captured the everyday moments of ordinary people, showcasing his skill in portraying light and atmosphere.
what you'll learn
Studying Milesi's work allows students to understand the transition from Realism to Impressionism, focusing on how light and color can be used to create atmosphere and capture fleeting moments. Students can also learn about depicting everyday life and genre scenes.
related: Giacomo Favretto, Ettore Tito, Francesco Paolo Michetti
24 artworks
Girls at the source in Venice
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Portrait of a young girl
1910
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Self-portrait
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Daydreaming
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My grandson
1882
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Courtship to the market
1887
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The spinning mill
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The gondolier's breakfast
1892
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Market Scene in Venice
1894
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Gossip in Venice
1890
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The festival
1884
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Quiet hours
1893
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The girl from Chioggia
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Maternity
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Idyll
1882
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Sighs
1910
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Young girl
1904
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The boatman's wife
1894
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The Pumpkin Vendor
1880
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Portrait of Vittorio Emanuele III, king of Italy, in full uniform with the great collar of the Order of the Santissima Annunziata
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Still life
1890
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The fisherman's family
1887
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Winter landscape with church
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The brood
1886
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