Max Modolo - circLe

More information at www.maxmodolo.com Kinetic and minimalist artwork made entirely with sheets of cardboard of different thicknesses and colors, cut and stacked manually to create a suggestive three-dimensional effect. The work is mounted on a rigid support and protected by a natural wood frame. Title: circLe Technique: Stacked cardboard cut and layered by hand Dimensions: approximately 50 × 50 cm (frame included) Frame: Natural light wood of substantial thickness Description: This piece, realized with stacked cardboard, masterfully uses real light as a fundamental constitutive element, transforming a seemingly two-dimensional work into a perceptual kinetic sculpture. The technique of layered paper creates a true bas-relief sculpture. Each ring slightly protrudes over the one beneath it, forming small “steps” that intercept the light. Light coming from above or from the side produces sharp and graduated shadows on the inner edges of each circle. These shadows are not static: they vary in intensity and length depending on the angle of the light source and the observer’s position. Result: the work “breathes” and constantly changes, almost like a kinetic piece without mechanical parts. Thanks to the light, a strong optical receding effect towards the center is created. The progressive shadows push the gaze inward, reinforcing the sensation of a vortex or expanding concentricity. In diffuse lighting conditions (typical of a gallery or a modern home) the work appears softer and painterly. Under directional light (e.g., angled spotlights) it becomes dramatic and almost architectural. This is a site-responsive artwork: its appearance changes radically based on: - Light intensity - Angle of incidence - Color temperature of the light (warm light enhances orange/yellow tones; cool light brings out greater shadow contrasts) - Time of day (if placed near a window) The artist does not merely “represent” light, but uses it as a primary material. The true material of the work is not only colored paper, but the combination of paper + light. With the right light it becomes a hypnotic, almost living object. It is an excellent example of how contemporary art can use humble materials (simple cardboard) to create sophisticated perceptual experiences tied to light and space. Technique: Each ring was made with artisanal precision, with clean edges and calibrated overlaps to achieve maximum volumetric effect. The work is mounted on a rigid support and protected by a natural wood frame. Max Modolo produces these works in his studio in Italy. His research in applied arts spans ceramics, wood, resins, and plastic materials, from painting to modern expressive 3D techniques. He is passionate about the work of Gerrit Rietveld, Memphis Group, Mangiarotti, Sottsass, Mendini, Cibic, Bitossi, De Lucchi, Friberg, Zanuso, Fornasetti, Rörstrand, Gio Ponti, Campi, Fontana, and of pop art, geometric art, Scandinavian design, optical art, contemporary sculpture, minimalism, modern art, De Stijl, Pop Art.

Estimación:€400

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