Plate from 17 variazioni su temi proposti per una pura ideologia fonetica 1955

This piece, titled "Plate from 17 variazioni su temi proposti per una pura ideologia fonetica," is from 1955 by Italian artist Alberto Burri. Burri is known for his "Cretto" series, which features materials like burlap, wood, and plastic, often burned or otherwise altered to create a sense of destruction and rebirth. The "Cretto" series exemplifies the artist's deep engagement with the effects of war and violence, making his work a powerful reflection of post-war anxieties and a significant contribution to the development of Art Informel. This particular piece features a single, seemingly burnt and distressed piece of cloth, perhaps a remnant of the artist's time as a surgeon in World War II, mounted on a white background. The piece is an example of Burri's unique approach to abstract art, using found materials to create a poignant and expressive object.