Volume bianco 1959

Dadamaino's 'Volume bianco' seems to be crafted with a desire to capture form through its absence, carving out space rather than filling it. The palette is reductive, almost entirely white, pushing us to consider the subtle tonal shifts and the play of light on the surface. Looking closer, the texture is key. The work is physical; the ovoid shapes are not just painted but feel excavated, the paint perhaps applied thickly to build up the surrounding areas and create depth. See how the edges of each void have a slight shadow, a testament to the artist's hand in shaping the material. This reminds me of Lucio Fontana, but instead of slashing the canvas, Dadamaino gently coaxes form into being by taking it away. It's like a conversation about what is and isn't there, questioning our assumptions about presence. Art, at its best, doesn’t give you answers but invites you into a space of endless contemplation.