A cart with some farmers pulled by buffaloes from the Maremma 

Aurelio Tiratelli created this small oil on panel depicting a cart with farmers and buffaloes from the Maremma. The painting presents a pastoral scene divided into distinct horizontal bands. The earthy tones of the foreground, dominated by the road and the figures, contrast with the expansive blue sky above. Notice how the composition is carefully structured, with the strong horizontal line of the horizon emphasizing the flatness of the landscape. The dark masses of the buffaloes provide a visual anchor, balancing the lighter, more diffuse forms of the figures on the cart. Tiratelli uses the formal structure of the painting to create a sense of balance, yet within this order, subtle details such as the textures of the animals' coats and the varied poses of the figures, introduce a sense of movement and life. These elements disrupt the static nature of landscape, suggesting a narrative and engaging the viewer in a dynamic visual experience.