Orfeo Tamburi
Orfeo TAMBURI (1910-1994), Italian painter and etcher, is known for his depictions of urban life. Inspired by Cézanne, he developed a passion for etching and warm-toned prints with broad lines. In the 1960s, he was commissioned by Fortune magazine to depict numerous cities in the United States. In 1971, he moved to Paris, illustrating the metropolis in all seasons. That same year, the Italian President awarded him the Gold Medal for Cultural Merit.