Composizione 

Editor: So here we have Soldati's "Composizione," an acrylic painting. I find its blocky forms quite playful, and there's a distinct tactile quality from the paint. What draws your attention when you look at it? Curator: Well, I immediately think about the materiality and process here. We see the very hands-on application of paint. Each block a testament to labor and intention. Look closely, and you see where the artist’s touch—brushstrokes, the texture—remains highly visible. What kind of canvas do you think Soldati was using? Editor: Perhaps a coarse linen canvas, to give the acrylic that kind of drag? Curator: Exactly! And consider the societal implications; in a period that was increasingly mechanized, Soldati seemed to want to showcase handcraft in a conscious decision to embrace materials and process. How do these simple geometric forms engage the viewer, though? Is there anything provocative or exciting about this specific work in comparison to the Constructivists for instance? Editor: Hmm, that's an interesting question. It almost feels like he's flattening traditional perspective. I guess that he explores the materials rather than playing around with perspective. Curator: Precisely! It brings up questions of consumption too. In a world geared towards mass production, this celebrates the slow, deliberate process of creation, reminding us to appreciate materiality. I find myself looking deeper into my daily routine. Editor: That's given me a fresh view to reflect upon! Thank you.