Bergeggi Island

"Bergeggi Island" (Ref. 009) is a significant work in Ruggero Ruggieri's artistic journey, representing the artist's first study dedicated to the typical Ligurian "gozzo" boat. Set in the crystalline scenery of the Bergeggi Protected Marine Area, the painting captures the solidity of the traditional vessel resting on a sea of turquoise and emerald hues. Bergeggi Island emerges in the background as a sculptural mass, rendered with bold palette knife strokes defining its rocky and wild nature. Although one of the first works of this kind, the canvas already shows a remarkable mastery of the textured technique, where the density of color reflects the water's glint and the hull's wooden sturdiness. A modern figurative work celebrating Liguria's maritime roots, perfect for those seeking an authentic painting combining local history and contemporary pictorial vigor.