Histoire et destin - New Men’s Land (Star) 2016

"Histoire et destin - New Men’s Land (Star)" is a 2016 photograph by Italian artist Gian Maria Tosatti. The work depicts a large, golden object that appears to be a concrete block, partially buried in sand and situated atop a hill. The block, coated in gold leaf, evokes a sense of monumentality and grandeur, yet its placement within the desolate landscape hints at a sense of abandonment and decay. The image is a powerful commentary on the nature of history, the impact of time and the fleeting nature of human endeavors. The contrast between the golden block and the sandy, overgrown surroundings emphasizes the tension between the artificial and natural, beauty and decay.