Figura informe 1987

Rodolfo Arico's "Figura Informe" presents an oval field of warm color, traversed by subtle geometric lines. At first glance, the color dominates, evoking feelings of warmth and perhaps the setting sun. Yet, these ethereal lines cut through the coloristic space, hinting at a structure. This use of lines is reminiscent of the "striae" of Renaissance paintings, where lines served as a framework for the composition. Consider how similar lines appear in Botticelli’s allegorical works, structuring the composition and conveying hidden meanings. Arico revives the ancient archetype of geometric shapes to connect with our subconscious. The warm hue, emotionally potent, merges with the formal structure, inviting viewers to contemplate form and feeling. Ultimately, this painting shows that geometry and emotion can be found together in a constant, cyclical progression, evolving through time.