Roberto Lupetti Western Still Life - Orig. Oil Painting Start Price USD 8,000.00 Current Price USD 8,000.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Thursday, August 28, 2008 End Time Thursday, September 04, 2008 Location Trinidad, TX See more about 'Roberto Lupetti Western Still Life - Orig. Oil Painting' Description Presented for sale is an original oil still life of the western genre by reknowned artist Roberto Lupetti. Famous for his realism and classic technique. This painting was purchased many years ago and has been in my private collection. It is a coveted piece, as there is a limited number of western themed paintings by the late Mr. Lupetti. This painting was framed in a very high end molding by a professional  framer/art conservator. Size is Approx 30x40. Frame is an additional 6 inches. Roberto Lupetti (1918-1997) was a classically trained artist. Born in Milan, Italy, He was raised in an environment that nurtured creativity. At the age of fourteen he was accepted to attend Brera Liceo Artistico, one of the most prestigious art academies in Italy. Once involved in the strict curriculum, Lupetti learned the many disciplines established by the Renaissance Painters, examining and then putting into practice their laws of art. Lupetti Graduated with honors. Lupetti explains that as a student of the Royal Academy, He was offered a position to help restore the Vatican's Sistine Chapel. With his successful restoration of the Vatican, Lupetti was invited to do similar work on the immense fresco "The Battle of Ponte Miluio" by Giulio Roman, a disciple of Rapheal. Lupetti earned five degrees at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts. More photos and information available upon request. Shipping to be determined, and will only be charged the actual shipping rate plus insurance. Seller guarantees this is an original oil painting by Mr. Lupetti,  in excellent condition. Funds to be in my receipt within 5 days of close of sale. No return policy. Place a Bid!