Still Life

1930–1956

Chair of etching technique at the Bologna Academy

His successes in etching during the 1920s allow him to head the chair of engraving technique at the Bologna Academy of Fine Arts, which he holds until 1956.

1931

Works at the Rome Quadriennale

From 1928 he exhibits in Italy and abroad; from 1931 his work is shown at the most prestigious national exhibition, the Rome Quadriennale (in 1931 and 1935).

1939

A room of his own at the 3rd Rome Quadriennale: 42 paintings

He is given the honour of showing 42 of his paintings in a separate room at the 3rd Rome Quadriennale; his painting is becoming an ever more noticeable presence in Italian art.

1943

Arrested over his anti-Fascist friendships

Because of his friendships with anti-Fascist figures, the authorities arrest him briefly; Roberto Longhi helps to get the artist out of the Bologna prison.

25 April 1945

Solo exhibition at the Il Fiore gallery in Florence

With the help of Roberto Longhi, his solo exhibition opens at the Il Fiore gallery in Florence, on the day Bologna is liberated by the Allies.

1948

First prize for painting at the Venice Biennale

Taking part in the Venice Biennale, he wins first prize for painting.