Gianni Baretta's 'Quadrato di ordinaria malia' at Blocco 13 in Rome

Blocco 13, a cultural association in Rome, presents 'Gianni Baretta e il Triangolo Nero. Quadrati di ordinaria malia,' curated by Carlo Alberto Bucci. The exhibition features 26 small tempera works by Gianni Baretta (born 1951 in Alessandria), created between 2005 and 2006, characterized by lyrical abstraction and expressive freedom. The centerpiece is a 'magic square' arrangement of 25 temperas, with one isolated work used for the invitation. Baretta's fluid painting technique involves successive glazes, creating vibrant color interactions. The show is part of a series honoring artists who share their studio spaces. Additionally, works by four artists important to Baretta's formation are included: Vasco Bendini (1922-2015), Enrico della Torre (1931-2022), Vincenzo Satta (born 1973), and Carlo Lorenzetti (born 1934). Concurrently, Baretta's recent three-dimensional works are on view at Hyunnart Studio in Rome, including a 1978 paper-paste piece and two 'Piccole stanze' wooden boxes.