Sergio Romiti

Place: Bologna

Born: 1928

Death: 2000

Biography:

Sergio Romiti was born on April 14, 1928, in Bologna, Italy. He abandoned his classical studies in 1946 to focus on painting, and his artistic career began in 1947. Romiti's work is characterized by its lack of affiliation with any particular group, and he has been described as 'recognizable among thousands' by Montale.

Early Career

Romiti started painting in 1946, and his early works were influenced by the Italian post-cubist culture. He was also drawn to the works of Nicolas De Staël and Tal-Coat, whose suggestions he added to his own unique style. In the 1950s, Romiti's paintings were part of several exhibitions, including the Biennale di Venezia, where he had a solo room presented by Marco Valsecchi in 1960.

Artistic Style

Romiti's artistic style is difficult to place, but it is characterized by an ideal tension towards an absolute expressive purity. His paintings often feature chromatic backgrounds that gradually lose distinction between object and background, leading to a progressive de-coloring. In the mid-sixties, his works became almost completely black, with some monochromatic glimmer sucked from the background. Sergio Romiti has been compared to Morandi, but his style is unique and recognizable.

Notable Works and Exhibitions

Some of Romiti's notable works include Composizione, which is part of the collection at the Banca d'Italia. His paintings have been exhibited in several museums, including the National Museum of Fine Arts and the Pinacoteca di Vicenza. Romiti's artwork can also be found on Wikioo.org, where his biography and artworks are available for viewing. Key Points:

• Romiti was born in Bologna, Italy in 1928
• He abandoned his classical studies to focus on painting in 1946
• His artistic career began in 1947
• Romiti's work is characterized by its lack of affiliation with any particular group
• He has been described as 'recognizable among thousands' by Montale

Romiti passed away on March 12, 2000, in his hometown of Bologna. His legacy lives on through his artwork, which can be found in several museums and online platforms, including Wikioo.org and Wikipedia.