The artwork, titled “Italian plaza with a red tower,” was created by Giorgio de Chirico in 1943 in Rome, Italy. Executed in oil on canvas, it belongs to the Metaphysical art movement and falls within the cityscape genre.
The artwork portrays a serene and somewhat mysterious scene within an Italian plaza, dominated by a striking red tower in the background, which stands against a greenish-yellow sky and adds an enigmatic atmosphere. Two arched buildings flank the composition on either side, their shadows creating a stark contrast with the bright plaza floor. In the foreground, a solitary statue stands upon a pedestal, adding to the surreal and contemplative nature typical of de Chirico’s Metaphysical style. The painting evokes a sense of timelessness and introspection, characteristic of the artist’s work.
