Painted in acrylic on a 100 x 70 cm canvas, this piece features the iconic Katz’s Delicatessen sign rising boldly against the dense cityscape. The street corner buzzes with real-life motion—pedestrians crossing, signage glowing, and history anchoring every brick of the façade.
Barberio’s technique, rooted in figurative realism and pop art, turns everyday architecture into cinematic icons. Shadows stretch across the pavement while warm glows emanate from the deli’s interior, adding contrast and story. He captures not just a building but a symbol of cultural memory, urban pride, and the timeless pulse of New York’s Lower East Side.
Marco Barberio, self-taught and inspired by street life and American pop culture, uses his brush like a camera—framing moments rich in texture, mood, and movement. Katz’s is perfect for those who appreciate city culture, visual nostalgia, and bold, grounded storytelling. Ideal for studios, restaurants, reception spaces, or gallery walls that crave authenticity and urban soul.
Marco Barberio
Urban | Realism | Figurative
Established Artist
Biography
Marco Barberio the self-taught artist blending pop culture and realism with urban soul
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