Original Still Life Oil Painting by Fulvio Pennacchi, 1975

This is an original mid-century modern still life painting, an oil-on-canvas or oil-on-board work by the noted Brazilian-Italian artist Fulvio Pennacchi. Created in 1975, the composition features a group of vessels and fruit arranged on a surface, likely a windowsill, overlooking a hazy blue landscape with water and distant mountains. Dominating the foreground is a large, rounded terracotta-colored vessel with a short neck, standing beside a tall, slender green bottle. A single yellow-orange apple sits in front of the large jug, while two smaller, dark plum-like fruits are placed to the right. The artwork is characterized by Pennacchi's signature style: simplified geometric forms, a muted and earthy color palette, and soft, diffused light that evokes a sense of Mediterranean tranquility. The brushwork is visible but controlled, creating a matte, slightly textured surface typical of the artist's later period. The piece is signed 'PENNACCHI 75' in the lower left corner in dark pigment. Physically, the painting appears to be in good vintage condition with no immediate evidence of flaking or heavy craquelure, although a slight surface patina or accumulation of dust may be present due to age. The vertical white framing elements on the sides suggest it might be part of an interior scene looking out. The craftsmanship is high, reflecting Pennacchi’s formal training and his role in the 'Santa Helena Group.'