Early Morning 1984

"Early Morning" (1984) by Valerio Adami is a striking example of the artist's signature style, characterized by bold outlines and flat, vibrant colors. The composition features a single, red-skinned figure in a seated position, holding a razor in one hand and a small white animal in the other. The figure's exaggerated features and the simplified, almost cartoon-like rendering contribute to the work's surreal atmosphere, reminiscent of the Italian pop art movement of the 1960s. Adami's works often explore themes of human relationships and the complexities of modern life, creating a visual dialogue between the familiar and the bizarre. This particular piece, with its suggestive title and the figure's pensive expression, further hints at the artist's ongoing exploration of human existence.