L'altra figura 1984

"L'altra figura" (1984) by Giulio Paolini is a minimalist sculpture that explores the nature of representation and the viewer's relationship to art. Two identical plaster casts of a classical bust are presented on pedestals. The busts are positioned in a way that suggests a dialogue between the figures and the viewer, drawing attention to the act of looking and the construction of meaning. A crucial element of the piece is the broken fragments of a third bust scattered on the floor, which adds a layer of fragility and questions the permanence of artistic legacy. Paolini's work invites viewers to contemplate the interplay of art, time, and perception.