Giorgio de Chirico (1888 - 1978), Pegasus e Lamp (Pegasus and Lightning).

color lithograph, Alberto Caprini Roma lithographic paper; 65 x 56 cm in light of passe - partout of 80 x 60 cm; signed under composition p. d. "G.de Chirico", titled by hand under the composition, limited edition, hand-numbered in pencil "61/99", publisher's dry stamp l.d., Provenance: Galleria Thomas Ammann Fine Art. AG. Original certificate.
De Chirico became famous for his mysterious, enigmatic compositions that put the viewer in a state of anxiety and reverie about existence. This painting was created in the 1920s, a period when De Chirico was intensively developing his metaphysical visions, full of symbolism and philosophical references.
The painting can be interpreted as an expression of the inner conflict between creative freedom and its difficult, untamed nature. The pegasus symbolizes inspiration, while the lightning bolt may be a metaphor for a released flash of genius or creative power that is both powerful and likely to be controlled.
Giorgio de Chirico's works are highly regarded in the art world, as well as among critics and collectors. De Chirico's works are regularly exhibited in prestigious museums around the world, such as the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York, the Centre Pompidou in Paris, the Tate Modern in London and the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice. His works are in major private and public collections, a clear indication of their continued value and importance in the context of modern art. The fixtures shown in the visuals are for illustrative purposes and do not constitute a commercial offer.