The Artwork of Mimmo Paladino and Sandro Chia

We are thrilled to present the new artworks by Mimmo Paladino and Sandro Chia, two undisputed protagonists of the Italian Transavantgarde, a movement that has revolutionized the international art scene from the 1980s to the present.

With their unique language and extraordinary artistic vision, these masters have shaped the history of contemporary art and continue to be celebrated as key figures in the world’s most prestigious collections and institutions.

Mimmo Paladino: art that transcends time

Mimmo Paladino, a pivotal figure in the Italian Transavantgarde, is internationally renowned for his ability to merge archaic elements, mythological symbols, and contemporary artistic techniques. His works explore universal themes such as time, memory, and the sacred, through a unique visual language that bridges tradition and modernity.

One of the defining moments of his career was his invitation to the Venice Biennale in 1980, where the Transavantgarde was officially recognized as a groundbreaking artistic movement. Among his most significant solo exhibitions are those held at the Guggenheim Museum in New York and the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía in Madrid.

Paladino’s style is characterized by simplified forms and earthy tones that evoke a deep connection to antiquity while simultaneously resonating with the modern viewer.

The artworks by Mimmo Paladino, available in our store, embody this dynamic tension between past and present, offering an aesthetic dimension of rare intensity.

Mimmo Paladino
Untitled, 2023
Etching and aquatint on paper
68x76 cm - Ed. 30

Mimmo Paladino
Viaggio, 2006
Woodcut and aquatint on paper
60x40 cm - Ed. 75

 

Sandro Chia: energy and expressive power

Sandro Chia is one of the most charismatic and recognizable figures of the Italian Transavantgarde. Since the early years of his career, Chia has brought the human figure back to the forefront of the international art scene after a long period dominated by conceptual and abstract art. His paintings, characterized by vibrant colors and dynamic compositions, exude extraordinary energy and vitality.

Chia’s works have been exhibited in the world’s most prestigious museums and institutions, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, the Tate Modern in London, and the Centre Pompidou in Paris. Additionally, he has headlined significant solo exhibitions at the Galleria Civica in Modena and the Museum of Modern Art in São Paulo.

His style masterfully blends tradition and innovation, drawing inspiration from the great Renaissance masters and reinterpreting them through a postmodern lens.

The artworks by Sandro Chia available in our store exemplify this synthesis: imposing figures, bold colors, and a visual narrative that captivates the viewer.