Hills in Settignano 1885

"Hills in Settignano" is an 1885 painting by Italian artist Telemaco Signorini, known for his focus on natural landscapes and scenes of daily life. The painting depicts a young woman in a white dress, sitting on a stone wall with a view of the rolling hills of Settignano, a town near Florence. Signorini captures the beauty of the Italian countryside with his loose brushstrokes and naturalistic palette, characteristic of the Macchiaioli movement, which emphasized the study of light and its effects on color. The artwork's subject matter and style are representative of Signorini's artistic trajectory, highlighting his exploration of rural life and his commitment to plein-air painting.