Created By
Ka Fai Fung
Watercolor on paper
Curator
Luke Chapman
Here we have a masterful study in architectural and social space, rendered with remarkable economy of means. The artist has captured not just the physical reality of this historic piazza, but its role as a gathering place where past and present mingle freely. The technical handling of watercolor is particularly notable - the way light seems to emanate from both the architecture and the carousel, creating a dialogue between the permanent and the ephemeral. What elevates this piece is its ability to convey both the monumental scale of Florence's architectural heritage and the intimate human moments that animate it. The dated inscription, 2024, places this firmly within the artist's contemporary experience while paying homage to the square's timeless character.
A delicate watercolor capturing Florence's Piazza della Repubblica, centered on its iconic antique carousel. The artist employs a light, ethereal touch to render the historic architecture in warm yellows and the carousel in vibrant reds and blues. The piece is animated by small figures of visitors circling the merry-go-round, their forms suggested with minimal brushstrokes. The composition is anchored by the square's characteristic columned architecture and the historical column rising in the background.
Created By
Ka Fai Fung
Wrapped In Bubble Wrap Layers
40 x 30 cm | 16 x 12 in
2024
