This piece, Aequinoctium Vernum, from Ruggero Vanni's Charta series, captures the essence of the Spring equinox through a symphony of blues, purples, and greens. The delicate interplay of light and shadow across the sculpted paper surface evokes the transition from winter to spring, where cold hues gradually give way to warmer tones. The textured surface, crafted from handmade paper, conveys the organic process of nature's rebirth.
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This piece, Aequinoctium Vernum, from Ruggero Vanni's Charta series, captures the essence of the Spring equinox through a symphony of blues, purples, and greens. The delicate interplay of light and shadow across the sculpted paper surface evokes the transition from winter to spring, where cold hues gradually give way to warmer tones. The textured surface, crafted from handmade paper, conveys the organic process of nature's rebirth.
The composition suggests a landscape in flux, reminiscent of abstract interpretations by artists like Sam Gilliam, who similarly explored texture and color to convey natural phenomena. Yet, Vanni’s unique method of sculpting paper imbues the work with a palpable sense of fragility and renewal. The subtle use of raw pigments enhances this effect, creating a luminous quality that mirrors the gentle light of early Spring.
Vanni's Charta series continually emphasizes the tactile and transformative potential of paper, aligning with his broader exploration of natural processes. In Aequinoctium Vernum, the artist encapsulates the fleeting balance of day and night, symbolizing not just seasonal change but the harmony inherent in nature's cycles.