Artist: Aldo Palin

Title: The Balance of Lightning

Type: reproduction

Technique: photography

Dimensions: 70×100 cm – landscape orientation

Support: D-Bond© aluminum

Year: contemporary

Description of the work

In The Balance of Lightning, Aldo Palin freezes a moment of extreme metaphysical tension. A solitary figure, a tightrope walker, traverses a thin wire suspended in the void, while behind her the sky explodes in the violent, branching glare of lightning. The image is not merely a chronicle of an acrobatic feat, but a powerful allegory of the human condition.

The taut rope represents the path of life, a precarious journey where every step requires concentration and courage. The lightning, with its cold, electric light tearing through the darkness, symbolizes the unexpected, fate, or divine inspiration that brutally illuminates our path, revealing the fragility of our existence.

The contrast between the woman's steady, black silhouette and the dynamic, chaotic energy of the lightning bolt creates an absolute visual tension. The apparent calm of the athletic gesture clashes with the indomitable power of nature, suggesting that inner balance is the only defense against external chaos.

The work addresses the theme of risk and beauty: true harmony is not found in the absence of danger, but in the ability to maintain one's course even when the sky around us shatters.

Shipping and authenticity

The work is shipped directly by Micol Art Gallery and is accompanied by:

• Certificate of authenticity issued by the gallery
• Artist documentation
• Professional protective packaging

Aldo Palin is part of the contemporary artist circuit of the Micol Art Gallery – Arte 4R project.

• Material: brushed silver DIBOND® aluminum, metallic finish.
• Thickness: 3 mm, rigid and durable base.
• Print: direct print on AluDibond, vivid colors, matte finish. The white areas reveal a metallic silver effect.
• Finish: matte and anti-reflective.
• Hanging kit: included, varies by country.
• Dimensions: available in 18 sizes.

Production on request

Each print is produced after the order is placed. Average times: 4–10 business days.

Copyright

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Color rendering

The images on the website are representative of the original. Slight color variations on the physical edition are normal and do not constitute a defect.

Right of withdrawal

Custom product on request: withdrawal due to change of mind is not permitted. Guaranteed replacement for transport damage or documented defects within 48 hours of delivery.

Arte 4R Project

The purchase supports the Arte 4R project: support for artists, cultural dissemination, integration of art into everyday spaces.