Fiori dell'Opera (Flowers of the Opera)
Original Limited Edition Serigraph on Paper with Hand-Finished Elements • Pino Daeni (born Giuseppe Dangelico, 1939–2010)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Romanticism / Neo-Impressionism with decorative Mediterranean influences
Medium & Technique
Serigraphy (silkscreen printing) with additions of gold leaf and potential hand-painted acrylic highlights. Employs collage-style layering and decorative calligraphic text.
Creation Period
Late 20th Century (circa 1990-2005)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 30 x 24 inches (image size); Vertical portrait format with deckled edges visible within the matting
Subject Description
A multi-layered composition featuring a central floral bouquet in a porcelain vase set against a blue background, overlaid with musical notation (sheet music). The lower section depicts figures in elegant 19th-century attire, suggesting an opera house or salon setting, framed by gold decorative borders and scripted Italian text.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; the colors appear vibrant and the gold leaf remains intact without visible flaking or oxidation.
Estimated Market Value
$1,200 - $1,800
Auction Estimate
$600 - $900
Provenance History
Likely acquired through a commercial gallery or fine art cruise auction house (e.g., Park West Gallery), commonly associated with the distribution of Pino's graphic works.
Art Historical Significance
Pino is a major figure in late 20th-century commercial illustration and fine art, known for his ability to blend nostalgic fashion with loose, expressive brushwork. This piece represents his 'musical' series which celebrates the intersection of visual and performing arts.
Notable Features
Features a distinct lower-left signature in pencil and a specific edition number (likely out of 295 or 395). The integrated musical score and calligraphic flourishes are hallmarks of this specific series.
Condition Issues
None visible from the image. Potential for minor acid migration from the mat if not archival, or slight paper waving due to humidity.
Conservation Recommendations
Maintain in a temperature-controlled environment away from direct UV light. Ensure UV-protective acrylic or glass is used in the frame to prevent fading of the bright pigments.