Jannis Kounellis: Seven 1991 Works at Cardi Gallery Milan

Cardi Gallery in Milan is presenting seven works from 1991 by Jannis Kounellis (Piraeus, 1936 – Rome, 2017), a leading figure of Arte Povera and postwar art. Made of iron and coal, the pieces actively shape the gallery space, their size and form redefining dimensions through light's interaction with the austere materials. The exhibition evokes an archaic visual alphabet that contrasts with the modern, sterile environment, highlighting depth and artistic substance. Kounellis, who famously stated, 'Everything I do is painting, even if I don't touch a brush, I tell my truth as a painter,' considered himself a painter regardless of medium. For the show, Cardi Gallery published a volume curated by Studio Celant, exploring his life and work in Milan.