The Moon’s Kiss 1979

Valerio Adami’s “The Moon's Kiss” (1979) is a captivating example of his signature style, characterized by flat, brightly colored shapes and a geometrically simplified approach to human figures. The work features a fragmented composition with four distinct elements: a man walking on a platform, a window with a woman's head framed by a crescent moon, a winged helmet on a column, and a swathe of yellow sand. The painting's bold colors, stark outlines, and minimalist forms create a sense of surreal detachment, inviting viewers to interpret the enigmatic narrative woven by these seemingly unrelated objects.