Camillo Innocenti (Rome 1871 - Rome 1961)

Early in the course of his training Camillo Innocenti (Rome 1871–1961) was influenced by the style of Antonio Mancini, with its rich chromatic and luminist effects. During a sojourn in Spain in 1901, Innocenti’s love of sharp colours inspired him to complete a series of works drawn on local folklore and depicting toreros, bullfights, gypsies and cigarette girls.
In addition to having a deep appreciation of colour, Innocenti was also an exceptional draftsman. In 1903 he exhibited at the Venice Biennale, presenting works in the Divisionist style – based on the breakdown of colour – which failed to please the official critics of the time.
He joined the group of artists “XXV della Campagna Romana” and in 1911 travelled to Paris, where he developed a greater freedom of expression, some elements of which resemble Pierre Bonnard’s immersion in the vital force of Nature.
He was an active member of the artistic scene of his time,  organizing cultural events and participating in the Roman Secessionist movement, which provided a new platform for art criticism and exhibitions, in opposition to the academic school of painting.