1974 "The Dream of Garibaldi" Acrylic Painting by Oscar De Mejo, Framed

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Oscar De Mejo (Italian-American, 1911-1992) "The Dream of Garibaldi", depicting Giuseppe Garibaldi dreaming of him and Victor Emmanuel II united … more Oscar De Mejo (Italian-American, 1911-1992) "The Dream of Garibaldi", depicting Giuseppe Garibaldi dreaming of him and Victor Emmanuel II united under Italy's allegorical Mother Italia Turrita, 1974. Acrylic on masonite, signed upper left, mounted in a custom Kulicke walnut and gilt frame, exhibition label on back. In good condition with some wear to the edges of the frame. See pictures for details.

Oscar De Mejo was an Italian painter and jazz composer. His work is considered Naive Surrealism. Blending his whimsical approach to historical events and portraiture in a folk art style. Oscar de Mejo’s works have been featured in such publications as: American Heritage, Architectural Digest, Art Today, Sciences, Harpers, International Economy, Town and Country, MD Magazine, Vogue Magazine, Die Kunst (Germany), Oggi and Graza (Italy), Yale Literary Magazine, Penthouse, Travel & Leisure and the New York Times. Three books have been published on his paintings.

Size: 20" x 26", framed size 26" x 32",

Provenance: from the estate of the artist's wife less