Quidditas: Four Italian Artists Explore Painting at OTTO Gallery Bologna

At OTTO Gallery in Bologna, the exhibition 'Quidditas' showcases the works of four Italian artists spanning two generations, exploring contemporary painting through varied techniques and concepts. Curated by Alberto Zanchetta, the display includes creations by Matteo Fato, Paola Angelini, Gabriele Di Matteo, and Luigi Carboni. Fato's artworks, like 'Senza Titolo (Pietra?)' and '(As)salto alla scultura', challenge the essence of painting by utilizing transport crates, mirrors, and oil on linen. Angelini's 2016 piece, 'Il dipinto che ha salvato mio padre', combines genre painting with personal memory. Di Matteo's works reference the Scuola di Posillipo and Robert Smithson's Land Art. Carboni's 'Sette giornate' and 'Una giornata di vento e neve' emphasize fluid patterns and concentric designs. Zanchetta describes the exhibition as a journey through deception and allure, contemplating the essence of painting.