Pinacoteca "Giuseppe De Nittis", Modern art museum in Barletta, Italy.
The Pinacoteca Giuseppe De Nittis holds around 146 paintings and 65 drawings arranged across multiple floors, displaying the artistic development of Italian Impressionism. The works come from different periods and document the connection between Italian and broader European art movements.
The collection was donated to Barletta by De Nittis's wife, Léontine Gruvelle. It was first housed in the former Dominican convent on Via Cavour, then moved to the first floor of the Castello di Barletta after its renovation. In 2007, because of the perceived risk of the sea nearby, it was transferred to the recently restored Palazzo della Marra on Via Cialdini.
The collection displays urban landscapes and horse racing scenes that reflect the life of wealthy society in the 19th century. Portraits of De Nittis's wife Léontine offer a personal glimpse into the artist's family life.
The gallery occupies the Palazzo della Marra on Via Cialdini, in the centre of Barletta. It moved there in 2007 from the first floor of the Castello di Barletta, because the sea air near the castle was judged risky for the paintings. Temporary exhibitions are held alongside the permanent collection.
The artist was known for working quickly and with great precision, developing a distinctive technique that showed both Italian and French influences. This approach allowed him to draw inspiration from his life in both countries and capture it in his creations.
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