
Sugma
1972
Sugma, a compelling work from 1972 by Angelo Savelli, immediately draws the viewer into a meditative contemplation of form and material. A single, precisely placed nail anchors the composition, serving as the quiet epicenter from which subtle, concentric undulations emanate across the canvas surface. These delicate ripples, almost imperceptible at first glance, reveal themselves upon closer inspection, creating a dynamic tension between stillness and movement. The work's modest dimensions, 25.4 × 20.3 × 3.8 cm, invite an intimate engagement, pulling the observer into its quiet, expansive space. Crafted from gauze and nail on canvas, the piece exemplifies Savelli's profound investigation into the nuances of texture and light, transforming humble materials into a sophisticated visual experience. This exquisite piece stands as a quintessential example of Angelo Savelli's celebrated white paintings, a series that defined his artistic legacy. Throughout his career, Savelli meticulously explored the infinite variations and spiritual potential of white, viewing it not as an absence of color but as a spectrum of light and shadow, texture and form. In Sugma, the gauze medium subtly enhances the canvas's surface, allowing light to play across its weave, revealing depths and contours that transcend mere flatness. The single nail, a minimal intervention, creates a profound dialogue between object and space, presence and void. This work encapsulates Savelli's minimalist sensibility, his ability to evoke complex ideas through the simplest means, inviting viewers to experience a heightened awareness of perception and materiality. It reflects a pivotal moment in abstract art, where conceptual rigor met a profound aesthetic purity, solidifying Savelli's place among the post-war avant-garde.
- Medium
- Gauze and nail on canvas
- Location
- Wright, Chicago, United States
🔨 Auction Lot
Wright: 20|21 Art: The Chicago Edition (July 2022)
July 14, 2022
Estimate: $2,000 to $3,000
Lot 303
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