“Academy Museum of Motion Pictures”

24k Gold Leaf from Giusto Manetti Goldbeaters (Florence, Italy), Double Gilt, on Italian linen

24 x 32 x 1 1/4

Frame: ca. 1935 rare American Frame attributed to Max Kuehne and/or Charles Prendergast

Louis Venturelli (b. 1989) is an American abstract artist born and raised in New York City. His current series, inspired by museums throughout the world, explores the relationships, impressions, and memories we have with cultural institutions and objects of artistic expression. Through his work, Venturelli employs color and composition to create powerful artistic experiences. Since establishing his practice in 2020, his work has graced the pages of renowned publications such as Vogue, Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and finding a notable home in The Moore Hotel located in Chelsea, New York. Venturelli's paintings transcend visual representation, offering a compelling exploration of the enduring dialogue between viewers, cultural institutions, and the essence of artistic expression.