In MemoriumPino Daeni
(Guissepe D’angelico)
1939 - 2010
“Thank you Pino, without artists like you, we may well have never known what it means to be a part of blessing people with things of lasting beauty.” — Len Cutter
As friends and a long-time art dealer representing Pino, his passing has fallen heavy upon us. A long and courageous battle with cancer is over, and eternal rest is his. In that rest must certainly be the comfort and knowledge that Pino’s inspiring life and dedication to creating things of lasting beauty was a brilliant success. We were blessed with many exciting and enriching personal appearances to our St. Augustine, FL gallery, Brilliance In Color and ultimately a deeper insight into Pino’s personal life with trips to his home, and studio. Everyone loved Pino and his enthralling art, which now is elevated to historic significance.
Pino was always dignified in the gallery, exhibiting a remarkable balance of European charm and elegance with a clearly powerful American style and steely determination. Every glass of wine we shared with Pino, (he loved Brunellos), and every meal together were opportunities to see the depth of his confidence and his love of painting. He had told us that he was never sure, until the very last strokes, that he had correctly translated his feelings and intent. His struggle for perfection stands as proof of his humility and his clear understanding that talent is a gift.
The thoughts and feelings that I, my co-workers and Pino’s fans around the world feel now, have been felt before by our counterparts from yesteryear at the passing of artists such as Sorolla, John Singer Sargent, Monet, Boldini and Mancini, who Pino joins as one of those who defined and influenced their generation. Thank you, Guissepe D'angelico (Pino Daeni) for allowing us to walk with you through the world of fine art. Without artists like you, we may well have never known what it means to be a part of blessing people with things of lasting beauty.
