The italian man who went to malta director

#The italian man who went to malta director series#

On display are also visuals linked to the projects executed by Schifano in relation to the 7th centenary of the Florentine Basilica of Santa Croce in 1994. He was invited to create a very particular pack design for the renown Italian chocolatier Perugina in 1971-1972 and on a different stance, he executed the unique design of the drapery for the Palio di Siena in 1997. His designs have appeared on Italian national lottery tickets, on the labels and presentation cases of fine wines, as well as on promotional calendars and commemorative posters.

#The italian man who went to malta director series#

Then there are a series of SchifanoРІР‚в„ўs several artistic commissions, achievements which have added value and prestige to his work.

On display, apart from his paintings, are two unique sculptures which ably grace the courtyard of Palazzo de la Salle РІР‚вЂњ both sculptures echo a sense of folklore, mystery and quaint simplicity, especially considering the vibrant colours and gold leaf with which mundane materials such as papier-mР“СћchР“В©, cloth and threads are embellished. The medium is strong enough to endure time and its tribulations, and I feel happier using it than any other I have tried so far.РІР‚Сњ Oils on the other hand, have a long and settled history which can be traced back in a dependable manner. РІР‚СљI have never really used acrylics because this is relatively a new medium and its longevity and durability in time has still not been proven simply because it has not been around long enough. Whether at work on a still-life or on a paesaggio of many colours, Schifano claims that it is always and perennially oils which allow the artist to really claim his own artistry. Over the years, SchifanoРІР‚в„ўs works became somewhat more contained so that his still-life РІР‚ВVaso con fioriРІР‚в„ў of 1970 is rather less sombre that his 2004 РІР‚ВCesto con fruttaРІР‚в„ў.

These are accompanied by signed documents which authenticate and identify each work and its originality with the artistРІР‚в„ўs signature and fingerprint consolidating the entire certification. The early works also include a series of small paintings created in the 1970s. Some of the earliest works on exhibit date back to the 1960s when in a rather surrealist stance, Schifano tackles mundane topics such as РІР‚ВCavalloРІР‚в„ў or РІР‚ВBimbo tra il verdeРІР‚в„ў with utter ease of execution. His works are characterised by glorious warm colours that radiate simplicity and elegance that in combination typify his enthusiastic character. The art created by Schifano echoes the vibrant colours of the Mediterranean which are intensified by a splendid use mostly of oils and occasionally in tempera. Amongst the exhibits are a number of publications which the artist has chosen to donate to the Society.Р”В«orn in Libya, Schifano was highly inspired by the works and findings of his father, the Italian archaeologist Umberto Schifano. The exhibition whose title in the Italian language can best be translate to РІР‚вЂњ РІР‚ВI know, how I am and how I shall beРІР‚в„ў, includes 35 works in all, between paintings, sculptures and other objects of note. The Society, which has its official seat at Palazzo de la Salle, one of VallettaРІР‚в„ўs most beautiful historic buildings, has seen major changes during the past years, not least being the intense restoration and conservation projects which have helped embellish the palazzo and render back its dignity and demeanour. The exhibition is one of the highlights in a series of major events being held at the Malta Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce to celebrate the 160th anniversary from its inception.

Viewing the current exhibition of works by the Italian artist Luciano Schifano, is one such experience, especially when the viewing is accompanied by a detailed rendez-vous from the artist himself as I catch him at the venue just one day after the exhibitionРІР‚в„ўs official launch night. It is always highly inspiring to see how a veteran artistРІР‚в„ўs art has transformed and morphed over the years without losing neither its soul nor its presence.