Carlo Valsecchi's 'Posterius' Photography Book Published by Silvana Editoriale
Carlo Valsecchi's new book 'Posterius' (Latin for 'what will come') is published by Silvana Editoriale. The volume features photographs of the Anthropocene era, blending art historical references from Giotto to Gerhard Richter without mannerist citation. Valsecchi, a book collector and image gatherer, presents anthropized landscapes devoid of human presence, emphasizing silence and abstract time. An introductory essay by William A. Ewing contextualizes the work. The artist describes his practice as exploring the mystery of places, offering questions rather than answers. Many images are not visible to the naked eye, with pale, almost obscured colors. The book covers four photographic domains: industrial, architectural, landscape, and modified landscape. Valsecchi's surreal approach treats reality like an 'archaeologist child' constructing imaginary worlds. The 144-page volume costs €34 (ISBN 9788836641581).
Key facts
- Carlo Valsecchi's book 'Posterius' is published by Silvana Editoriale.
- The title means 'what will come' in Latin.
- The book features photographs of the Anthropocene era.
- References art history from Giotto to Gerhard Richter.
- William A. Ewing contributes an introductory essay.
- Images show anthropized landscapes without human presence.
- Many images are not visible to the naked eye.
- The book costs €34 and has 144 pages.
Entities
Artists
- Carlo Valsecchi
- Giotto
- Gerhard Richter
- On Kawara
Institutions
- Silvana Editoriale
Locations
- Brescia
- Italy
- Cinisello Balsamo
- Crespellano
- Bologna