Artist: Baldo Ingrassia
Title: Genesis of Thought
Type: Original artwork – unique piece
Medium and support: Mixed media on canvas mounted on a wooden frame
Dimensions: 80 × 60 cm – landscape orientation
Date: July 2019

Description of the artwork

In Genesis of Thought, Baldo Ingrassia temporarily abandons defined figuration to immerse himself in a magmatic and primordial abstraction. The artwork presents itself as an explosion of energy held against an absolute black background, which serves as a cosmic void or the unfathomable depths of the psyche.

The surface is animated by fragments of color — ochre, fiery red, white, and touches of yellow — that seem to float like particles of matter in formation or memories resurfacing from the darkness of oblivion. Some shapes vaguely recall organic or floral elements, suggesting that even in the most abstract chaos lies the seed of life and creation.

The brushstrokes are rapid, textured, and instinctive, creating a visual texture that invites the viewer to search for a personal order within the apparent disorder. The small golden globes and thin lines that traverse the space add an astral dimension, transforming the canvas into a map of an inner galaxy.

The artwork addresses the theme of creative potential: it is the exact moment when an idea takes shape out of nothingness, a spark of awareness that shines in the darkness. There is no linear narrative, but rather an invitation to feel the pure emotion of color and form in their nascent state.

Originality and authenticity

Original artwork already created, unique piece. The purchase concerns the artwork described in the listing, not a reproduction or a new creation upon request.

The artwork is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity issued by Micol Art Gallery and documentation from the artist.

Preparation and shipping

The artwork is shipped directly by Micol Art Gallery. After order confirmation, it is prepared for transport with professional protective packaging for original artworks. No production time is required: the original is already completed.

Copyright

Copyright and reproduction rights remain with the artist. The purchase of the physical artwork does not involve the transfer of reproduction rights.

Color rendering

On-screen viewing may result in slight color differences compared to the physical artwork.

Micol Art Gallery – Arte4R Project

Baldo Ingrassia is part of the contemporary artist circuit of the Micol Art Gallery – Arte4R project, dedicated to promoting contemporary art and regenerating spaces through original artwork.