Antonio Sciacca (1957) - Omaggio ad Alberto Burri
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Artist: Antonio Sciacca (Catania, 1957)
Title: Homage to Alberto Burri
Technique: Enamels on canvas
Dimensions: 70 x 50 cm
Dating: 2000s
Status: Unique work signed by the artist
In this composition from the 2000s, Antonio Sciacca moves away from his famous metaphysical hyperrealism to embrace an informal and material research, paying tribute to the visual revolution of Alberto Burri.
The choice of enamels allows the artist to obtain surfaces that are extremely reflective and saturated. Unlike matte colors, enamel forms a glassy film that interacts with ambient light, giving the black and gray masses an almost “industrial” and charred look, typical of Burri’s suggestive references.
The work is built on a balance of sharp contrasts. The central red, laid down with an almost plastic density, emerges as a glowing nucleus surrounded by a storm of grays and blacks. The white of the background is not just empty space, but an active part of the structure, serving as a luminous interspace between the different color strata.
Sciacca uses a decisive gesturality, alternating broad applications with dotted areas that simulate the porosity of organic matter or corrugated board. The texture created by the overlapped enamels generates a visual relief that invites tactile exploration of the piece.
The work represents a significant moment in Sciacca’s production: the ability of a highly skilled figurative artist to synthesize abstraction while maintaining rigorous formal clarity. The homage to Burri is not only an iconographic reference but a technical challenge won through the mastery of a difficult and dynamic material like enamel.
Sciacca’s works dedicated to the great masters (such as the homages to Burri, Rothko, or Fontana) are highly sought after for their ability to combine the prestige of a historical reference with the artist’s executive mastery, particularly by the Sicilian artist.
Seller's Story
Milan Museums Art Watches SRLS: Excellence and Innovation in the World of Art.
A company that embodies Ida Ruffolo's vision and passion for art represents the artistic intuition of an art dealer who has been able to create a reference company for private collectors, art galleries and artists of all generation. Our company quickly specialized in the buying and selling of works of art, gaining the trust of the market through a strong brand and impeccable reliability.
With the opening of two strategic offices, one in the North and one in the South of Italy, Milano Musei Arte Orologi SRLS has established itself as an exclusive point of reference for purchases and sales in the art sector. Our selection of works is the result of careful research and in-depth knowledge of the market, offering only the best to investors and art enthusiasts.
Our care in selecting artists is meticulous: we choose only exceptional talents to include in our catalogue, with the aim of marketing and promoting their works internationally. This selection process guarantees that each artist and work represented by Milano Musei Arte Orologi SRLS is synonymous with quality and investment potential.
Milano Musei Arte Orologi SRLS is today a consolidated reality, capable of serving customers in almost all countries of the world, with a constant commitment to excellence and innovation in the field of art. Our mission is to enrich our clients' collections with works that not only beautify spaces, but which also represent a long-lasting and significant investment.
Translated by Google TranslateArtist: Antonio Sciacca (Catania, 1957)
Title: Homage to Alberto Burri
Technique: Enamels on canvas
Dimensions: 70 x 50 cm
Dating: 2000s
Status: Unique work signed by the artist
In this composition from the 2000s, Antonio Sciacca moves away from his famous metaphysical hyperrealism to embrace an informal and material research, paying tribute to the visual revolution of Alberto Burri.
The choice of enamels allows the artist to obtain surfaces that are extremely reflective and saturated. Unlike matte colors, enamel forms a glassy film that interacts with ambient light, giving the black and gray masses an almost “industrial” and charred look, typical of Burri’s suggestive references.
The work is built on a balance of sharp contrasts. The central red, laid down with an almost plastic density, emerges as a glowing nucleus surrounded by a storm of grays and blacks. The white of the background is not just empty space, but an active part of the structure, serving as a luminous interspace between the different color strata.
Sciacca uses a decisive gesturality, alternating broad applications with dotted areas that simulate the porosity of organic matter or corrugated board. The texture created by the overlapped enamels generates a visual relief that invites tactile exploration of the piece.
The work represents a significant moment in Sciacca’s production: the ability of a highly skilled figurative artist to synthesize abstraction while maintaining rigorous formal clarity. The homage to Burri is not only an iconographic reference but a technical challenge won through the mastery of a difficult and dynamic material like enamel.
Sciacca’s works dedicated to the great masters (such as the homages to Burri, Rothko, or Fontana) are highly sought after for their ability to combine the prestige of a historical reference with the artist’s executive mastery, particularly by the Sicilian artist.
Seller's Story
Milan Museums Art Watches SRLS: Excellence and Innovation in the World of Art.
A company that embodies Ida Ruffolo's vision and passion for art represents the artistic intuition of an art dealer who has been able to create a reference company for private collectors, art galleries and artists of all generation. Our company quickly specialized in the buying and selling of works of art, gaining the trust of the market through a strong brand and impeccable reliability.
With the opening of two strategic offices, one in the North and one in the South of Italy, Milano Musei Arte Orologi SRLS has established itself as an exclusive point of reference for purchases and sales in the art sector. Our selection of works is the result of careful research and in-depth knowledge of the market, offering only the best to investors and art enthusiasts.
Our care in selecting artists is meticulous: we choose only exceptional talents to include in our catalogue, with the aim of marketing and promoting their works internationally. This selection process guarantees that each artist and work represented by Milano Musei Arte Orologi SRLS is synonymous with quality and investment potential.
Milano Musei Arte Orologi SRLS is today a consolidated reality, capable of serving customers in almost all countries of the world, with a constant commitment to excellence and innovation in the field of art. Our mission is to enrich our clients' collections with works that not only beautify spaces, but which also represent a long-lasting and significant investment.
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Artist
Antonio Sciacca (1957)
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Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Omaggio ad Alberto Burri
Technique
Mixed media
Signature
Hand signed
Country of Origin
Italy
Year
2000
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
50 cm
Width
70 cm
Weight
2 kg
Style
Abstract
Period
2010-2020
