Fase Due: Pericolo e meraviglia by Christian Caliandro

Christian Caliandro's 'Fase Due. Pericolo e meraviglia' is a series of diary-like reflections published on Artribune in August 2020, during the COVID-19 lockdown. The text weaves personal thoughts, cultural references, and art criticism, touching on the psychological impact of the pandemic, the nature of loss, and the role of art in absorbing reality. Caliandro references works by Allan Kaprow, Mario Mafai, Andy Warhol, and others, as well as music by Nirvana, John Coltrane, U2, and Pink Floyd. He discusses the concept of wearing masks in adult life and the transformative power of the virus, quoting Caetano Veloso. The piece is part of a longer series titled 'Fase Due' and includes mentions of specific artworks by Francesco Lauretta and Silvia Argiolas. Caliandro teaches art history at the Accademia di Belle Arti di Firenze and is a member of the scientific committee of Symbola Foundation.