"STRAW HAT" - Anthony Michael Autorino -1976 -Serigraph -Signed & Numbered -AP

(1976) by Anthony Michael Autorino is a splendid 11x8" serigraph that radiates a captivating serenity, encapsulating over four decades of stored artistry from a retired Manhattan gallery. Each piece signed and numbered as an artist's proof, it invites you into a tranquil world reflecting Autorino's deep reverence for life itself. Grounded in the hustle and bustle of 1960s New York City, his work whispers volumes about the interconnectedness of existence — a poetic fusion of flesh, air, light, leaves, and water. Within the gentle, sometimes hazy brushstrokes lies an invitation to recognize that boundaries blur in the grand tapestry of life. An ode to simplicity, Autorino expresses painting as a universal language where only imagination defines its limits. With a myriad of exhibitions under his belt, including esteemed venues like the National Academy of Design, this artwork stands as a testament to a visionary artist inspired by the greats of his time.

Step into the world of Anthony Michael Autorino, where solitude finds its artistic voice. Born to Italian immigrants in Montclair, New Jersey, he embraced a life full of experiences that shaped his understanding of existence. His journey took him from the bustling streets of New York City to the historical avenues of Paris, where he served in the Air Force and honed his craft amidst the rich tapestry of European culture.

This serigraph encapsulates Autorino's profound reverence for the interconnectedness of all life. With each brush stroke (or, in this case, each print), he weaves a narrative that blurs the lines between flesh, air, light, leaves, and water. It's a reminder that in solitude, we do not exist in isolation; rather, we are part of a larger whole—a harmonious symphony of existence.

Autorino's talent lies not only in his ability to capture beauty but also in his commitment to simple communication through art. This piece speaks to the heart and imagination, inviting viewers to explore the depths of their own solitude and the universal connections it holds.

Add a touch of whimsical depth to your collection with —a signed and numbered serigraph that celebrates the beauty of life in all its forms. A true treasure that beckons to be appreciated and shared.

Anthony Michael Autorino (1937 – 2015)

The son of Italian immigrants, Anthony Michael Autorino was born on September 29, 1937 in Montclair, New Jersey. As a teenager, Autorino enlisted in the United States Air Force where he served an eight-year tour. His expertise in the field of cryptography landed him in Paris in the mid-1950s as an Air Force sergeant working at the United States Embassy. He spent nearly four years, studying mostly in Paris, with frequent trips to Holland and Italy. By the mid-1960s, New York City had become the center of activity for the career of this highly regarded young artist.

His work reflects a basic reverence for life. In his sometimes blurred or out-of-focus softness comes a message that all things are related -flesh, air, light, leaves and water. There are no points where one ceases to be and another starts - and so life.

“Painting for me is simple communication through universal language, limited in scope only by one’s imagination and vocabulary.”

Anthony exhibited at the National Academy of Design in New York City, the Salmagundi Club, the Allied Artists, the American Watercolor Society and the Philadelphia Sketch Club. He has received many awards and honors for his paintings, which are represented in numerous private, institutional and corporate collections internationally.

His preferred medium is oil and he draws inspiration from his local predecessors, such as Edward Redfield, Daniel Garber, William Lathrop, George Sotter and Robert Spencer as well as “Hudson River School” great, George Inness.

Autorino’s work is unique in style and combines an early twentieth century feel with present-day subjects. His soft palette masterfully captures the mood of each individual setting from falling snow to nocturnal views of the Delaware River. Anthony’s work is clearly a continuing chapter in the story of “New Hope School” Impressionist painting.

https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/roadshow/appraisals/anthony-michael-autorino-oil-ca-2000/ - an appraisal on PBS

Note on Signature: He uses an artist signature device of conjoined letters: ‘M’ with a line through it which doubles as 2 A’s - first for Anthony, the M is for Michael and last A for Autorino. The ‘MAA’ is followed by a lower case ‘u’, and then the rest of his last name ‘Torino’.