Marilyn : Mid-Century Modern
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Hello, collectors! Today we're looking at a charming Impressionist-style coastal landscape by listed Italian artist Carlo Farioli (1931-2013). This piece captures the breezy atmosphere of a seaside town, complete with a prominent tower, strolling figures, and boats bobbing in the water. The artist has used loose, expressive brushstrokes and a bright palette to convey the scene's energy. While it has the look of an early 20th-century Impressionist work, a look at the back tells us it is a later piece by the artist. The painting is executed on canvas board, and a label on the reverse provides the title, 'Punto di Riferimento sulla Costa Bretone'—which translates to 'Landmark on the Breton Coast'—and dates the piece to 2001. It's signed 'Farioli' on the front, and the artist has also signed the back for authentication. This tells us we're looking at a late-career work by Farioli, rather than an antique. The materials, including the modern canvas board and the style of the frame, are entirely consistent with this 2001 date. The painting itself is in very good condition, while the frame features some intentional distressing to give it a slightly aged look. Carlo Farioli has a documented auction history, though his works generally remain accessible to collectors. I would estimate its auction value in the range of $100 to $300. It's a lovely piece that would bring a touch of coastal light to any room!
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Item Report
Impressionist Style Coastal Landscape Painting by Carlo Farioli
Merge Reports: Yes (reconciled). Approval remains manual.
By: Carlo Farioli (Italian, 1931-2013)
Style: Impressionist Style
Origin: Italy
Materials: Oil or acrylic on canvas board, wood frame
Age: Dated 2001
Condition: Very Good (painting appears in good condition; frame shows some wear and intentional distressing)
Value: Authentic: $100 - $300; Reproduction: N/A (original work by Carlo Farioli)
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Maker's Marks / Writing: Signed 'FARIOLI' lower right. Label on reverse reads: 'TITOLO "PUNTO DI RIFERIMENTO SULLA COSTA BRETONE" 2001 / per autentica / Farioli'
Date: 2026-08-25 23:21:33.377615
Description:
An Impressionist style oil or acrylic painting on canvas board depicting a coastal town scene with a prominent tower, figures walking along a path, and boats in the water. The painting features loose, expressive brushwork and a bright, airy palette. It is signed 'FARIOLI' in the lower right corner. The reverse bears a label with the title 'PUNTO DI RIFERIMENTO SULLA COSTA BRETONE' (Landmark on the Breton Coast) and the date 2001, along with the artist's cursive signature for authentication.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
This is a late-career painting by listed Italian artist Carlo Farioli (1931-2013), executed in his characteristic Impressionist manner. The loose brushwork and coastal subject matter are appealing and typical of his oeuvre. The inscription on the back provides a title and date, confirming its 2001 origin and serving as the artist's authentication.
Individual Images:
- whole painting in frame
- detail of painting
- detail of upper half
- angled view of painting in frame
- angled view of painting in frame
- detail of signature 'FARIOLI'
- reverse of framed painting
- detail of label on reverse
Provenance:
None provided.
Condition:
Very Good (painting appears in good condition; frame shows some wear and intentional distressing)
Identification Score: 95%
The medium, subject matter, signature, and date are clearly visible, allowing for a confident identification of the object as a 2001 painting by Carlo Farioli.
Authenticity Score: 95%
The painting appears to be an authentic original work by listed Italian artist Carlo Farioli, dating to 2001 as indicated on the reverse. The signature on the front and the authentication signature on the back are consistent with his known works.
Image Memory Note
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Keywords
Impressionist style, coastal landscape, Carlo Farioli, 2001, canvas board, Italian artist, Breton coast
Peer Review Summary
Peer Review
Key Visible Evidence
Images 1 and 6 show an impressionist-style coastal landscape signed 'FARIOLI' in the lower right. Image 8 shows the reverse with a label reading 'TITOLO "PUNTO DI RIFERIMENTO SULLA COSTA BRETONE" 2001' and 'per autentica' followed by a cursive signature. The report misread this cursive signature as 'Pariser'; it clearly reads 'Farioli'.
Market and Source Support
Live search confirms that Carlo Farioli (Italian, 1931-2013) is a listed artist with a documented auction history for similar impressionist-style landscapes and coastal scenes. The report's claim that the artist 'doesn't appear to have a major auction record' and that the piece is merely a 'modern decorative work' is contradicted by his listed status.
Needs Verification
['No further verification is needed; the artist is confidently identified as Carlo Farioli.']
Audit Conclusion
The report is partly supported regarding the date and subject, but contradicted regarding the artist's identity and market status. The artist is Carlo Farioli, a listed Italian painter, and the signature on the reverse is his own authentication.
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