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Rod Chase acquired a fondness for Italy during a visit he made
several years ago to sketch and paint the country. With the beautiful
detail and color that are hallmarks of a Chase image, the artist
has painted a lovely villa in a serene setting near the town
of Castellina in the Chianti region. This area in Italy is a
vital part of the history of Tuscany. The hilly landscape of
geometric patterns of vineyards stretching out in different directions
creates changing effects of light and color, which so inspire
the artist. In this magnificent scenery, the vineyards share
the land with olive groves, cypress, castles, cottages, craft
studios, ancient parishes, villas, and gardens. Come with Rod
Chase to the "Hills of Chianti." |