Dorazio, Piero | Vortice, 1989 — available on Composition Gallery

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Multiple mosaic mounted on fiberglass. - Signed and numbered by the artist on a copper plate on the back.

Vortice by Piero Dorazio, created in 1989, is a vibrant mosaic mounted on fiberglass that features a dynamic spiral design. The artwork consists of small, colorful tesserae arranged in a swirling pattern, moving from the center outward, creating a sense of motion and depth. The spiral is composed of vibrant hues—reds, pinks, oranges, and whites—set against a deep blue background. This contrast between the bright, energetic colors and the rich blue backdrop intensifies the visual impact of the piece, drawing the viewer into the vortex-like composition. The mosaic’s textural quality, enhanced by the reflective surfaces of the tesserae, adds an additional layer of complexity and movement to the artwork. Signed and numbered by the artist on a copper plate on the back, this work exemplifies Dorazio’s fascination with abstraction and movement.

Piero Dorazio (Italy, 1927–2005) was a painter and theorist associated with post-war abstraction and the development of European geometric art. Known for his vibrant, dynamic compositions of intersecting lines and radiant colors, Dorazio explored light and spatial relationships. His work contributed significantly to the international abstract art movement.

Piero Dorazio

Vortice, 1989

Name: Vortice, 1989
SKU: 13697
Price: 2000.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

Form

Sculpture / Object

Sculpture / ObjectA sculpture is a three-dimension object made using any one of the basic sculpting processes. These include carving, casting, constructing or modeling. Carving materials may be bone, ivory, stone or wood. Modeling and casting use clay or wax, while constructions glue materials together.

Medium

Mosaic

Mosaic Mosaic is an art form that involves creating images by arranging many small pieces of colored tile, glass, or other materials. These pieces, often numbering in the hundreds, are placed closely together like a puzzle, each piece contributing to the overall picture.

Edition

Edition of 50

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Piero Dorazio

Collage di Triangoli, 1991

Limited Edition Print

Piero Dorazio (b. 1927 Italy, d. 2005 Italy) was a prominent Italian artist celebrated for his contributions to abstract painting and his exploration of color and form. A founding member of the influential Italian art group Forma 1, Dorazio sought to promote abstract art in post-war Italy, drawing inspiration from Futurism, Constructivism, and international avant-garde movements. His work is characterized by vibrant, intersecting lines and luminous color fields that create dynamic and rhythmic compositions, conveying a sense of movement and optical vibration. Throughout his career, Dorazio remained committed to the expressive potential of pure color and geometric abstraction, believing in the spiritual and transformative power of art. He exhibited extensively across Europe and the United States, and his work has had a lasting impact on the development of abstract art in the 20th century. (Artist website)

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What is concrete art?

Concrete Art is an art movement founded by the Dutch artist Theo van Doesburg in the 1930s. The movement emphasizes pure abstraction, focusing on geometric shapes and colors without any reference to the natural world or symbolic meaning. Unlike other forms of abstract art, Concrete Art is entirely non-representational and is based on mathematical principles and precise execution. It aims to create universal, timeless works by using simple, clear forms that emphasize objectivity and clarity.

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Piero Dorazio

Vortice, 1989

30 x 30 x 5 cm

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