MORTE
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Fantasy and Imaginative
La Morte
Giacomo Di Corato
Nationality: Italy
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Year: 2023
Technique: oil on wood panel
68
68
cm
La Morte portrays the final moment of life, with a human figure shrouded behind a veil. This painting marks the end of Tuand's blue period, where deep blue hues symbolized sadness and introspection. In this piece, the blue appears worn and faded, mirroring the conclusion of this artistic phase. The veil, once prominent in his work, blends into the background, gradually disappearing into the surrounding darkness. A dim but brilliant light punctuates the scene, offering a glimmer of hope in the face of inevitable finality. Created during his last months in New York, La Morte symbolizes multiple closures: the end of Tuand’s time in the city, the conclusion of his blue period, and his personal transformation. This evocative work invites viewers to reflect on the universality of life, death, and renewal.
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