Artwork depicting the portrait of Samuel Beckett, executed entirely in pencil on cardboard support: it is inspired by my admiration for the well-known Irish writer, considered among the most influential of the 20th century. “Splendidly insane Irishman” who radiated sensuality from his myopic blue eyes framed by metal goggles. He revered the egocentric James Joyce, who was a parent, teacher and sovereign to him. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1969, but did not go to collect it because of his reluctance to public exposure. In creating this work, I tried to capture the human essence through the delicacy and depth of pencil: realism and expressionism come together, evoking the inner conflict and resilience of the human spirit. This portrait is also an invitation to personal reflection, bringing an emotionally charged and inspiring presence into your home.

Paola Imposimato

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Paola Imposimato, professional painter from Florence, graduated from the Academy of Fine Arts, has to her credit in Italy and abroad numerous personal, collective and permanent exhibitions in public and private collections. She has created 120 paintings for Historical Reenactments, called “Palio”, in most of the national territory and carried out many years of collaborations with Haute Couture Houses and Publishing Houses. Her artistic production ranges from portraits to Sacred Art, from wall paintings to those on canvas, panel, wood, leather, ceramics and wax. Many awards have been achieved.