Paesaggio cosmico 1934 

Enrico Prampolini created "Paesaggio cosmico" in 1934, during a time when Italy was under Fascist rule, an era that significantly influenced artistic expression through its promotion of national identity and technological advancement. Prampolini, however, sought to transcend national boundaries through his exploration of cosmic themes. The painting is an abstract composition of geometric forms and celestial bodies set against a deep black background. This wasn't just about aesthetics; it was about imagining futures. Prampolini aimed to depict a universal space, free from earthly concerns, perhaps even a critique of the restrictive ideologies of his time. "Art must advance beyond the human," Prampolini once said, expressing his desire to connect with broader, less defined realities. Despite the seemingly detached subject matter, the painting's focus on innovation touches on the human desire to push beyond our limits. In its dreamlike abstraction, the painting invites us to reflect on our relationship to the world and our place within the universe.