Vele verso la Gallinara

"Vele verso la Gallinara" (Ref. 116) is an expansive work (60x80 cm) capturing the speed and elegance of sailing in the Gulf of Alassio. The painting depicts two boats seen from the stern, caught in a dynamic head-to-head race as they head decisively toward Gallinara Island, which dominates the horizon like a natural finish line. Ruggero Ruggieri uses the palette knife oil technique to give body to the swelling sails and the movement of the water carved by the hulls, creating a play of thickness that makes the scene almost three-dimensional. The chromatic choice and the strength of the reliefs convey the energy of the wind and the freedom of the open sea. Part of a prestigious private collection, the work represents a perfect synthesis of sporting dynamism and scenic beauty, ideal for those seeking an art piece that brings the vitality and light of Mediterranean regattas into their interior.