Double Spheres Object 1963

Bruno Munari made this *Double Spheres Object* to challenge our perceptions. The two spheres, one nestled inside the other, create a play of reflections and refractions. It’s like looking at a world within a world, or a thought inside a thought. Munari’s choice of clear glass is crucial here. He’s not hiding anything; he’s exposing the bare bones of form and space. The transparency invites us to look through and beyond. Think about the surface of the glass, how it catches the light. There are subtle imperfections and slight distortions, which remind us of the hand in its creation. Munari’s work feels so contemporary, echoing some of Olafur Eliasson’s experiments with light and space. But also some of the concerns of the Light and Space movement of the 60's and 70's in California. Ultimately, Munari reminds us that art isn't just about answers; it's about sparking questions and embracing the beauty of ambiguity.