The SACI School of American Art will host the Guido Colucci exhibition from June 28 - July 30, 2010. The Exhibition will feature 18 etchings printed from the original plates of the Tuscan artist Guido Colucci (1877-1949) and other memorabilia. The subjects chosen depict the life and architecture of Florence in the first half of the 20th century. The artist’s family, friends, and collectors, as well as the distinguished authors of the monographic catalog published for this exhibition, will be present. The exhibit debuts Monday, June 28 at 6:30pm.Guido Colucci (1877-1949) was a master draftsman, designer, and painter who studied with Giovanni Fattori, the renowned Macchiaioli artist. Colucci's works are in many important public and private collections, including the Gabinetto di Disegni e Stampe of the Uffizi and the Museum of Bastia, Corsica. This limited edition was printed by the artist and master printer Gary Lissa expressly for this exhibition. Unframed prints from this commemorative edition may be purchased. A full color catalog is also available. All proceeds go to the SACI Scholarship Fund.
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