Francioni Mastromarino (1978) - Non è un gioco!

Our planet is not a soccer ball: the work tackles the issue of climate change, delivering a clear message: "Earth is not a playing ball." This contemporary sculpture, created by the artist couple Francioni Mastromarino, depicts a soccer ball with the continents raised, transformed into a globe with small cracks. A symbolic interpretation that fuses two images: the Earth, with the hexagons and pentagons characteristic of a soccer ball, all patinated with a rusted effect thanks to the iron powder embedded in the ceramic plaster.

The authors denounce the disdainful behavior toward climate agreements, precisely now, on the occasion of the World Cup hosted partly in the United States, highlighting the risk of treating climate change and the protection of our only planet with superficiality as in a game. The authentic autograph of the authors.

The materials used reflect a concrete commitment to the environment. Eco-sustainable mortars, inspired by green building, are mixed with rice husk, a by‑product of the rice mill that Francioni Mastromarino has long used in their works; when mixed with the mortars, it guarantees the durability of the piece. This choice not only reduces environmental impact but also integrates the artwork’s message: respect for the planet must start from the smallest details.

A sculpture with a strong visual and ethical impact, perfect for those who want a work of art that makes you reflect on the future of our world.

The sculpture is the result of the synergy of two artists, Francioni and Mastromarino, a pairing of art and love who have been working together for about 20 years in their Pietrasanta studio in Tuscany. The chosen materials minimize the pollutant share, as does the choice of cardboard scraps as packing fill for shipping. The sculpture is carefully packed in a very sturdy box and shipped by express courier. All our collectors are very satisfied with the robustness of our packaging.

With our sculptures we are present in private collections in the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg, Spain, France, Portugal, Denmark, Austria, USA, Switzerland, Romania, United Kingdom, Poland, Finland, Croatia, Slovenia, Greece, United Arab Emirates, and Italy.

For shipments outside the European Union, the sculpture will be accompanied by a free-export certificate for contemporary artworks, which will be stamped and validated by the Export Office of the Superintendent of Fine Arts of Florence, belonging to the Ministry of Culture.

Regarding shipments to Germany, we are registered with the German LUCID registry to ensure proper disposal of packaging. We commit to complying with environmental regulations and contributing to reducing environmental impact.

Whether the sculpture is shipped outside the European Union or to Germany, we ensure that all necessary documents are provided and that the required procedures are followed to guarantee a safe and legal delivery.

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