Artwork

I figli di Carlo di Borbone: Carlo, Maria Luisa, Francesco Saverio

I figli di Carlo di Borbone: Carlo, Maria Luisa, Francesco Saverio is an oil painting by Giuseppe Bonito. It dates from 1757 and is held in the collection of the Palace of Caserta.

About this work

Overview

Giuseppe Bonito's oil painting, 'I figli di Carlo di Borbone: Carlo, Maria Luisa, Francesco Saverio', dates to around 1757. It is a representative work of the Neapolitan Rococo period.

Subject & Meaning

The painting portrays three children of Charles of Bourbon in formal attire within an opulent setting, conveying a sense of dignity and formality.

Technique & Style

Bonito's use of oil paint captures the intricate details of the children's clothing and the lavish surroundings, employing techniques characteristic of Rococo art.

History & Provenance

The painting is part of the collection at the Palace of Caserta, a significant cultural and historical site.

Artist & collection

Artist

Giuseppe Bonito

Giuseppe Bonito (11 January 1707 – 9 May 1789) was a Neapolitan painter of the Rococo period. Giuseppe Bonito is known for genre depictions on canvas. Many of Gaspare Traversi's paintings had previously been attributed to Bonito.