RUGGERO VANNI

Pompeii Papyrus, 2019

Pigment on Handmade Paper
15 x 15 in
38 x 38 cm

US $ 1,500

Pompeii Papyrus evokes the essence of ancient ruins and volcanic remnants. The sculpted handmade paper, with its undulating, almost charred texture, mimics the layers of ash and debris preserved in time. The dominant red and ash-gray hues resonate with the fiery destruction of Pompeii, capturing a sense of historical tragedy and rebirth. This piece’s tactile quality, achieved through the artist’s meticulous layering of paper pulp, echoes the crumpled, weathered remnants of ancient scrolls or papyrus. The raw pigments accentuate the organic folds and crevices, giving the work an almost fossil-like presence.  ...more



  

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