Francesco De Bernardi's "Verde" features a minimalist composition with a delicate balance of lines and earthy tones, where thin, curved wires create a sweeping gesture around a small, masked face adorned with leaves. The artwork marries organic and geometric forms, evoking a sense of movement and serenity. De Bernardi's unique style combines sculptural elements with narrative implication, exploring themes of identity and perception. This piece reflects his interest in the poetic potential of everyday objects, inviting reflection on human vulnerability and resilience, influenced by modern literary references. ...
At the heart of Francesco De Bernardi’s practice are narrative systems, which he uses as a structure to weave together everyday experiences and elements of fiction. These systems unfold across sculptures, texts, audio pieces, and drawings, providing a platform to investigate themes of self-doubt, duality, and the subtleties of human perception, often informed by modern literary references.
De Bernardi transforms ordinary situations into micro-narratives that explore the complexity of human experience. Figures, objects, and texts are carefully arranged to create subtle tensions between memory, emotion, and narrative, reflecting both the vulnerability and resilience of individuals.
His work balances melancholy with playfulness, allowing familiar objects, gestures, and textual fragments to acquire new significance. Through this interplay, De Bernardi reveals the poetic potential of everyday life, inviting viewers to engage with the nuances of personal identity, relationships, and perception. ...
