Amazzoni 

Giuseppe de Nittis created this small painting "Amazzoni", we think, sometime before his death in 1884. The composition is dominated by a sketch-like quality, with the forms of two women on horseback barely emerging from a hazy, light-filled background. De Nittis uses bold strokes of black to define the figures, creating a stark contrast against the muted tones of the horses and the ethereal backdrop. This interplay of dark and light evokes a sense of fleeting movement, typical of Impressionist art. The deliberate incompleteness and asymmetry challenge traditional notions of representation, inviting viewers to engage actively with the artwork and complete the image in their minds. It's almost as if de Nittis wants to evoke a feeling of the subconscious, where forms begin to take shape and meanings are implied rather than directly stated. Ultimately, "Amazzoni" is a study of perception and form, revealing how an artist can destabilize fixed meanings and explore new ways of seeing.