Il Banchetto 1909

"Il Banchetto" (The Banquet) is a 1909 painting by Italian artist Vincenzo Irolli, who was active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The work portrays a group of figures, likely rural peasants, gathered around a table for a meal. The scene is filled with earthy details, such as the rough-hewn table, the simple food, and the worn clothing of the figures. Irolli's loose brushstrokes and vibrant palette capture the warmth and conviviality of the occasion, suggesting a sense of camaraderie and shared enjoyment among the figures. The work showcases Irolli's interest in depicting the everyday life of common people, a theme that was popular among Italian realist painters of the period.