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Oscar GhigliaItalian artist
Date of Birth: 23.08.1876
Country:  Italy |
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Early Life and Education
Born into an artistic family, Oscar Ghiglia was the son of painter Valentino Ghiglia and the grandson of guitarist Oscar Ghiglia. He studied under Ugo Manaresi in Livorno and later, after moving to Florence in 1900, under Giovanni Fattori alongside Amedeo Modigliani, with whom he maintained a valuable biographical correspondence from 1901.
Early Career and Symbolism
Ghiglia's debut at the Vienna Biennale in 1901, where he presented a self-portrait, marked the beginning of a seven-year period focused on portraiture. He joined the circle of the symbolist magazine "Leonardo," influenced by artists such as Arnold Böcklin, Franz von Stuck, Vallotton, and Vuillard.
Maturation and Influences
A trip to Paris in 1903 exposed Ghiglia to the work of Cézanne, which became a significant influence on his style. In 1909, he formed a close friendship with collector and patron Gustavo Sforni, further enriching his artistic development.
Retreat and Legacy
As Ghiglia's life became increasingly private, he retreated to the town of Castiglioncello during World War I. After the war, he was perceived as a relic of a bygone era, but his contributions to early 20th-century Italian art remain notable.
