Catalogue entry

Baboon

1953. , 2.0 x 25.0 cm. Fondazione - Archivio Antonio Ligabue di Parma.

**Fig. 1.** Antonio Laccabue, *Baboon*, 1953. Shown as the reproduction you are specifying: , .

§ 1Catalogue data

: 1953
: 2.0 x 25.0 cm
: Fondazione - Archivio Antonio Ligabue di Parma

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Collectible Description

Artist Biography

Discover Antonio Laccabue’s vibrant, naive paintings of animals & landscapes! A unique 20th-century artist known for his vivid colors & powerful imagery. Explore his legacy!

§ 3Commentary

The gesture of the animal with which it scratches its head accentuates the expressionist character of the sculpture and the imbalance of the ungainly forms, but precisely for this very reason effective in restoring the nature of the subject. The shaggy quality of the hair is reconstructed with deep furrows and with a harsh modeling which accentuates, despite the resting position, the possible aggression and violence, here retained but certainly latent. The powerful chest and the long limbs accentuated in their disproportion further underline the character of a wild and potentially hostile nature of the baboon.

Questions & Answers

How do the colors of "Baboon" relate to each other?

"Baboon" by Antonio Laccabue displays a discordant palette color harmony.

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Reproduction order sheet

Hand Made Oil Reproduction

Dimensions (h × w) Standard custom Standard custom CM INCH CM INCH Pick from our preset sizes that match the artwork's original proportions. choose size Loading sizes... width height Type the width and the height you need, to fit your frame or your wall. This is hand-painted, so for a size with a different shape the artist can paint a bit more around the picture, or cut a bit — you choose. We send you a digital mockup to approve before the painting starts. The picture shown on this page does not show the real result — only the mockup does. Read more
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Customize: replace a face with a photo, add a pet, include a hidden message in the background, change the background. Our team emails you for instructions and provides a mockup preview.
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Glossy varnish: enhances colors, protects against light and moisture.
Nameplates: bronze, 9x2 cm, artist name and title; acrylic, 10x15 cm, artwork informations and QR code.

§ 4The artist

Antonio Laccabue

1899 - 1965, Switzerland

Quick facts about Antonio Laccabue

Full Name: Antonio Laccabue
Nationality: Swiss
Date Of Birth: 1899
Date Of Death: 1965
Place Of Birth: Zurich, Switzerland
Notable Artworks:
- Eagles with Fox
- The Roar
- Self-portrait with Dog
Artistic Movement Or Style: Naive Art
Artists Who Influenced This Artist: ['Renato Marino Mazzacurati']
Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist: ['Expressionism']

Artist Biography

early life and struggles

antonio laccabue, also known as antonio ligabue, was an italian painter, sculptor, and engraver born in zurich, switzerland in 1899. his early life was marked by struggles, with his mother and three brothers dying in 1913 due to food poisoning. this event led to his expulsion from switzerland, and he was later hospitalized in a psychiatric clinic.

artistic journey

ligabue began painting in 1920, and his artistic capabilities were appreciated by renato marino mazzacurati, who taught him the use of oil painting. his artwork is characterized by vivid and colorful depictions of animals and landscapes, earning him a reputation as one of the most important naïve artists of the 20th century.

notable works and museums

some of ligabue's notable works include:

eagles with fox (1944), showcasing his unique blend of realism and naivety.
the roar, a powerful example of his ability to capture the essence of animals.
self-portrait with dog (1957), highlighting his experimentation with self-portraiture.

these works can be found in various museums, including the kunsthaus zürich in switzerland, which has an extensive collection of ligabue's artwork.

legacy and influence

despite his tumultuous life, ligabue left an indelible mark on the art world. his naivety and use of color have influenced numerous artists, cementing his place in the annals of art history.

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references

[https://www.wikiart.org/en/antonio-ligabue](https://www.wikiart.org/en/antonio-ligabue)
[https://AllPaintingsStore.com/@/antonio-laccabue](https://AllPaintingsStore.com/@/antonio-laccabue)

§ 5Comparanda

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§ 6Questions

§ 7Cite this entry

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§ 8The reproduction

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Baboon

Reproduction Medium

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Elite Senior Artist

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Reproduction Frame

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All solid wood bars are included, precisely cut to size.
Assembled with the screws provided, plus wood glue for the corner joints, which is not supplied and must be sourced by your framer.
Professional tools are required and not included: a canvas stretching plier (tensioner) and clamps to hold the bars square while the glue dries.

Important:
The corner joints require wood glue, the bars must be held with clamps until the glue is fully dry, and tightening the canvas on the assembled frame requires a canvas stretching plier. None of these are included in the kit. Please arrange an experienced professional framer before ordering this size.

Assembly guide is provided here

Nameplate

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Protective Varnish

Glossy Varnish (enhances colors, protects against light/moisture)

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