

Curatorial Narrative In 1769, Francesco Fontebasso created “Alexander and Diogenes,” a masterful example of Neoclassicism that showcases the artist’s technical prowess and intellectual curiosity. The painting’s figural subject matter is rendered in fine brushwork, with subtle gradations of tone evoking a sense of depth and volume on the canvas. The black and white palette, characteristic of the period’s Modern aesthetic, imbues the work with an air of sobriety and restraint. At the same time, Fontebasso’s use of chiaroscuro creates a visual tension between light and dark, drawing the viewer into the spatial rhythm established by the composition.As “Alexander and Diogenes” is enlarged to 44×55 inches, its chromatic structure assumes an almost monumental quality. The stark contrast between black and white becomes more pronounced, casting long shadows that stretch across the surrounding space. In a luxury interior environment, this pai
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