Salvatore Alibrio - Lonely






Holds a master's degree in film and visual arts; experienced curator, writer, and researcher.
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Lonely is a unique mixed‑media bas‑relief by Salvatore Alibrio (born 1991) on a wooden support, composed of a grid of hand‑painted small tiles with abstract facial impressions, measuring 24 cm wide by 30 cm high with a 3.5 cm depth, created in 2026 and signed by hand, with an authenticity certificate provided.
Description from the seller
Bas-relief made of small and precious faces. A unique work of its kind, because every tile has been painted and inserted by hand on a wooden support. The materials used are gypsum diplast (resin) and acrylic colors, all of excellent quality, ideal for furnishing contemporary spaces.
The artwork consists of a grid arrangement of small colored tiles, each characterized by a thin and abstract facial imprint. The repetition of the motif within the grid suggests themes of identity, diversity, and unity. The textured surface adds depth and invites tactile exploration, while the overall structure evokes a sense of order and rhythm. This artwork could explore the intersection between individuality and collectivity through the lens of abstract portraiture. The use of color is particularly striking, emphasizing both contrast and cohesion. The piece could be seen as a commentary on how faces, while unique, are part of a larger mosaic of human experience. It invites viewers to reflect on the diversity of expression and emotion within an apparently uniform scheme.
Salvatore Alibrio, born 1991, is an artist who has developed significant sculptural research, participating in exhibitions and symposiums, including those promoted by the Academy of Fine Arts of Catania. His practice explores artistic language through an iconographic vocabulary that fuses tradition and experimentation. He uses materials such as stone, marble, clay, and resin, revealing a deep connection with his cultural roots. His work addresses contemporary social issues, often reflecting on current tragedies. Alibrio reinterprets the recognizable through a logic of fragmentation, stimulating critical reflections. His mastery of materials and rigorous approach contribute to developing an autonomous artistic language capable of expressing tension and strength.
The work will be supplied with a certificate of authenticity and will be shipped inside a rigid enclosure.
Seller's Story
Bas-relief made of small and precious faces. A unique work of its kind, because every tile has been painted and inserted by hand on a wooden support. The materials used are gypsum diplast (resin) and acrylic colors, all of excellent quality, ideal for furnishing contemporary spaces.
The artwork consists of a grid arrangement of small colored tiles, each characterized by a thin and abstract facial imprint. The repetition of the motif within the grid suggests themes of identity, diversity, and unity. The textured surface adds depth and invites tactile exploration, while the overall structure evokes a sense of order and rhythm. This artwork could explore the intersection between individuality and collectivity through the lens of abstract portraiture. The use of color is particularly striking, emphasizing both contrast and cohesion. The piece could be seen as a commentary on how faces, while unique, are part of a larger mosaic of human experience. It invites viewers to reflect on the diversity of expression and emotion within an apparently uniform scheme.
Salvatore Alibrio, born 1991, is an artist who has developed significant sculptural research, participating in exhibitions and symposiums, including those promoted by the Academy of Fine Arts of Catania. His practice explores artistic language through an iconographic vocabulary that fuses tradition and experimentation. He uses materials such as stone, marble, clay, and resin, revealing a deep connection with his cultural roots. His work addresses contemporary social issues, often reflecting on current tragedies. Alibrio reinterprets the recognizable through a logic of fragmentation, stimulating critical reflections. His mastery of materials and rigorous approach contribute to developing an autonomous artistic language capable of expressing tension and strength.
The work will be supplied with a certificate of authenticity and will be shipped inside a rigid enclosure.
