The artwork, titled “ACHILLE,” was created by the artist Roberto Ferri in 2017 in Italy. It belongs to the Neo-baroque and Kitsch art movements and falls under the genre of mythological painting. Measuring 170 x 199.8 cm, the painting exemplifies Ferri’s mastery of the human form and his influence from the Baroque period.
In “ACHILLE,” the viewer is confronted with a powerful and dramatic depiction of a mythological scene. The central figure, presumably Achilles, is portrayed in a dynamic and contorted pose, exuding both strength and vulnerability. The muscular details of the figure are rendered with a high degree of realism, emphasizing the artist’s technical prowess. The dark background enhances the contrast, directing the viewer’s focus solely on the figure, which is further dramatized by the use of chiaroscuro. The circular object held by the figure, possibly symbolizing a shield or a part of armor, hints at the narrative context of the myth. The overall composition of the artwork is a modern homage to the grandeur and emotion characteristic of Baroque art, infused with a contemporary sensibility.
