218 - Franco Zingaretti (1939–2018)

Franco Zingaretti (1939–2018) Untitled, 1985 Silkscreen print on Fabriano paper 69.2 x 48.5 cm (image size) Signature: "Zingaretti" in pencil on the front Other inscriptions: indication of the edition on the front (“Artist’s proof 1985”) Distinctive features: on the reverse, a Cassa di Risparmio di Fabriano e Cupramontana label with inventory references and a similar anonymous label; also, a framing shop label Provenance: Cassa di Risparmio di Fabriano e Cupramontana; Veneto Banca SpA in LCA Condition. Support: 95% Condition. Surface: 95% For direct WhatsApp assistance before and during the live auction: +39 346 12 999 80 // Direct assistance via WhatsApp before and during the auction: +39 346 12 999 80 Franco Zingaretti has drawn upon the ancient tradition of Fabriano paper—handcrafted since the 13th century—gaining extensive experience at the Cartiere Miliani paper mills in Fabriano, where, among other roles, he served as a “watermark designer” for ten years. In his paintings, Zingaretti combines mixed media and river sand to create relief-like graphic forms, artist’s books, paintings, and sculptures. Since 1974, he has participated in numerous group and solo exhibitions in Italy and abroad: Austria, Croatia, France, Germany, Great Britain, Malta, Israel, Libya, Slovenia, Switzerland, the United Arab Emirates, Taipei, Taiwan, and the U.S.