Giulio Paolini, Teatro dell'Opera, Roma (Concerti), Collage, 2023

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Collage on paper realized by Giulio Paolini in 2023. Hand signed. Certificate of authenticity by the Artist on photograph. Archived … Read more Collage on paper realized by Giulio Paolini in 2023. Hand signed. Certificate of authenticity by the Artist on photograph. Archived at Giulio Paolini Arcive with no. GPC-2287. Excellent condition. “Teatro dell’Opera Roma Concerti”, is a striking example of Paolini’s characteristic exploration of space, time, and the act of viewing itself. The title references the Teatro dell'Opera di Roma and its concerts, suggesting a stage or performance space. The warm architectural background evokes the grandeur of a theater interior, framing the collage as a kind of stage set. The cutouts of planets, stars, and abstract cosmic forms are superimposed onto this stage-like space, creating a collision of earthly and cosmic realms. This recalls Paolini’s interest in the infinite nature of space and the timelessness of art, hinting that performance (like the cosmos) is both fleeting and eternal. Some circles contain sheet music or geometric grids, referencing musical composition and scientific order, both of which contrast with the more organic and mysterious cosmic elements. This creates a dialogue between rational structure and imaginative freedom. The planets float as if paused mid-orbit, mirroring Paolini’s continual theme of arrested moments, where the viewer is caught in the act of looking rather than arriving at a narrative. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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