Salvatore Alibrio - Lonely





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Lonely is a unique mixed-media relief by Salvatore Alibrio, 2026, on wood with dimensions 30 × 30 × 3 cm, edition pezzo unico, signed by hand, in excellent condition and originating from Italy, supplied with a certificate of authenticity in a rigid protective sleeve.
Description from the seller
Bas-relief composed of small, precious faces. It is a one-of-a-kind work of its kind because each tile has been painted and manually inserted onto a wooden support. The materials used are gesso diplast (resin) and acrylic paints, all high-quality materials, ideal for furnishing contemporary environments.
The artwork consists of a grid arrangement of small colored tiles, each characterized by a thin, 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 piece 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, though unique, are part of a broader mosaic of human experience. It invites viewers to reflect on the diversity of expression and emotion within a seemingly uniform scheme.
Salvatore Alibrio, born in 1991, is an artist who has developed significant sculptural research, participating in exhibitions and symposia, including those promoted by the Academy of Fine Arts of Catania. His practice explores artistic language through an iconographic vocabulary that blends 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 composed of small, precious faces. It is a one-of-a-kind work of its kind because each tile has been painted and manually inserted onto a wooden support. The materials used are gesso diplast (resin) and acrylic paints, all high-quality materials, ideal for furnishing contemporary environments.
The artwork consists of a grid arrangement of small colored tiles, each characterized by a thin, 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 piece 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, though unique, are part of a broader mosaic of human experience. It invites viewers to reflect on the diversity of expression and emotion within a seemingly uniform scheme.
Salvatore Alibrio, born in 1991, is an artist who has developed significant sculptural research, participating in exhibitions and symposia, including those promoted by the Academy of Fine Arts of Catania. His practice explores artistic language through an iconographic vocabulary that blends 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.

