Carlo Brancaccio -Napoli L’Arco di Gragnano-19th century Oil painting Italian Impressionist - Oil painting on board - Signed - circa 1890s Original 19th century Oil painting Depicting the Iconic Napoleonic Bridge "L’Arco Canale di Gragnano" located in Napoli in Piazza S. Leone. in the description I have also included a 1930s view of the same bridge and also a more recent contemporary image as the actual bridge is still standing ... board size: 15x23" - Frame size: 19x28" Artist Biography Carlo Brancaccio (1861–1920) was a prominent Italian Impressionist painter known for his vibrant cityscapes and Neapolitan views. Born on March 6, 1861, in Naples, Italy. He initially studied mathematics but abandoned the field at age 22 to pursue painting. He was a student and close friend of Eduardo Dalbono, a respected figure in the Neapolitan art scene who influenced his mastery of chromatic nuance and en plein air (open-air) painting. Brancaccio's work is characterized by a rapid brushstroke and a palette of radiant hues typical of the Neapolitan school. He specialized in: Cityscapes (Vedute): Frequent subjects included the lively streets of Naples and Paris.Atmospheric Scenes: He was particularly adept at capturing weather effects, such as rain or luminous coastal light.Landscapes: His portfolio includes sea- and landscapes of Capri, Amalfi, and the French Riviera. Notable Works and AchievementsNapoli, via Toledo, impressione di pioggia (1888–89): One of his most celebrated works, capturing a rainy day on a major Neapolitan thoroughfare.Exhibition Success: He won a gold medal at the 1893 Exhibition in Rome.