Francesco Menzio ( 1899 - 1979 ) was an Italian painter. Francesco Menzio s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 3427.35 USD for LA LETTURA in 2003 to 18626.7 USD for 'Natura morta dal tavolo rosso' 1958 in 2005 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.