Scopello in Sicily IV
by R W Goetting
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Title
Scopello in Sicily IV
Artist
R W Goetting
Medium
Painting - Oil On Canvas
Description
The Scopello is on the island of Sicily. Scopello village is pleasant enough, but visitors probably wouldn't come here if it weren't for what lies down on the sea below. A combination of man made and natural features have created a gloriously scenic little cove which can be glimpsed from the village, and explored up close by swimmers and sun-bathers. Offshore there are dramatic faraglioni, rock towers in the sea. Two historic defensive towers stand poised on the rocks, combining with a third tower up by the village to unify the wider views. And in the small rocky bay there is a faded old tonnara, a tuna fishery, an important part of the history of this part of Sicily. The Tonnara di Scopello closed down in the 1980s, but for a couple of decades it remained as it was left, and visitors could wander among the old buildings and tuna fishing equipment (you can read some more about the Sicilian tuna fishing traditions on my Castellammare del Golfo page). The spot is hugely popular with local Sicilians, who don't mind sharing tiny patches of rock and concrete with many other sun-worshippers, and who revel in the clear waters for swimming.
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August 20th, 2016
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Comments (18)
ANA MARIA EDULESCU
I had to see again this splendid painting of yours, Bob. I'm always fascinated by your blue tones interplayed with the warm tones.
Christel Roelandt
Such a beautiful impression, this seacape, Robert! Love your style! Best wishes. L&F&T Christel.
Lyric Lucas
Congratulations, your creative and unique art work is featured in the "Out Of The Ordinary 1 A Day" group! 9/12/16
Painted Ladies Inc
Congratulations for the feature in the Painterly Fine Art group!! Join the fun by posting your favorites for the day, and sharing this work in in our monthly features found under the discussion tab. Your participation keeps our group and your art visible and accessible! :)
John M Bailey
Congratulations on your feature in the Fine Art America Group "Images That Excite You!"
Joel Bruce Wallach
The presence in each expressive brushstroke creates a scene of power and beauty, RW!
ANA MARIA EDULESCU
Magnificent, stunningly beautiful painting, Bob. Splendid atmosphere you created and your use of your signature amazingly diverse tones is out of this world. I am in love with your art. You so masterfully painted this gorgeous scene seen from Scopello. f,l
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