Dattoli Fine Art
Old Masters · Modern Art · Portraits · Vintage Lighting
A lifetime dedicated to the discovery, authentication and curation of exceptional works — from ancient canvases to the finest Italian design.
Explore the Catalogues
Old Masters · Modern Art · Portraits · Vintage Lighting
A lifetime dedicated to the discovery, authentication and curation of exceptional works — from ancient canvases to the finest Italian design.
Explore the CataloguesProfessor Mimmo Dattoli dedicated over thirty years to teaching Fine Art at one of Italy's most prestigious academies — shaping generations of artists while deepening his own mastery as a painter and connoisseur.
His eye for authenticity, honed across decades of academic rigour and personal practice, led him naturally into the world of art trading. For more than thirty additional years he has curated, sourced and authenticated vintage and ancient art objects with a discernment that few can match.
Today, Professor Dattoli is the right professional to select and provide curated collections spanning multiple genres — both modern and ancient. He is supported by a dedicated team of experts who also provide and select the most suitable, complementary framing for every work.
To better complement and decorate homes, offices, cultural centres and beyond, the gallery also offers a carefully chosen selection of vintage Italian design lighting — an elegant extension of the same curatorial philosophy.
— Mimmo Dattoli
Each section contains multiple catalogues curated by Professor Dattoli
Ancient and antique canvases — oil paintings from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries, each authenticated and expertly conserved.
Selected works from the twentieth and twenty-first centuries — bold, expressive, and curated for the discerning collector.
Bespoke commissioned portraits — executed by master painters selected by Professor Dattoli for their exceptional classical technique.
Authentic vintage Italian design lighting — chandeliers, floor lamps and table lamps that transform any interior into a work of art.
Catalogue I — Ancient & Antique Masters
Catalogue II — Twentieth & Twenty-First Century
Franco Farina has been painting since childhood and has been actively working in the Como and Lecco area for over 50 years. His works have been collected in Italy and around the world, even by a royal family. He is widely known and appreciated for his paintings and portraits in watercolour, oil, and acrylic.
More information: Francofarina.net
Catalogue— Bespoke Commissioned Works
Each portrait is commissioned individually — a collaboration between the patron and a master painter personally selected by Professor Dattoli. Available in oil on canvas, pastel, or drawing. Subjects may include individuals, families, pets or beloved places. Delivery time and pricing upon consultation.
Catalogue IV — Italian Vintage Design Lighting
Beyond acquisition, we offer a complete experience — from expert authentication to bespoke framing and installation consultancy.
Expert assessment of provenance, condition and value — drawing on decades of academic and market experience.
Our team of craftsmen selects and creates frames that complement each work — from gilded antique to understated contemporary.
Curated art and lighting selection for homes, offices, hotels and cultural institutions — tailored to space, taste and budget.
White-glove packing, insurance and delivery of artworks to any location — with full tracking and care.
Bespoke painted portraits in oil, pastel or drawing — from a curated roster of master painters selected by Professor Dattoli.
Authentic Italian vintage lamps and chandeliers — sourced, restored and offered as singular decorative statements.
Whether you seek a specific work, wish to commission a portrait, or desire guidance for your interior — Professor Dattoli and his team are at your service.