Artist: Ivano Petrucci
Title: Sleeping Sibyl in an Unfinished Future (Unfinished No. 11)
Type: Original artwork – unique piece
Medium and support: Acrylic and oil on canvas
Dimensions: 90×90 cm – square format
Year: 2024

Description of the Artwork

In Sleeping Sibyl in an Unfinished Future, the artist presents a dreamlike vision where the boundary between the human figure and material abstraction completely dissolves. The composition is dominated by a figure in a state of abandonment, whose serene features emerge from a storm of pure pigments that seem to spring directly from the subconscious. The face of the “Sibyl” is not only the center of the painting but also an anchor of calm in an ocean of expressionistic gestures.

The color palette plays on bold contrasts: the fleshiness of the figure’s warm, rosy tones clashes with the coldness of a vibrant blue at the base and the luminosity of the white that envelops the scene. This setting suggests a dimension of temporal suspension, an “unfinished future” where the mind’s potential manifests as explosive color. The energetic brushstrokes and the material use of mixed media create a visual tension between the precision of the body and the creative chaos surrounding it.

The artwork plays on the concept of revelation and secrets: like the ancient prophetess, the sleeping figure guards knowledge that has not yet taken form, but exists as pure energy, represented by the patches of red, yellow, and cobalt crowning her head. The artwork explores the theme of dreams as a space of creation: the chromatic fragmentation is not disorder, but a visual representation of thoughts coming to life.

Through the skillful use of the palette knife and the layering of acrylic and oil, the artist invites the viewer to lose themselves in the density of the surface, transforming the vision of sleep into a multisensory experience. It is the ideal choice for those seeking a bold artwork capable of uniting the elegance of figurative art with the disruptive power of contemporary abstract art.

Originality and Authenticity

Original artwork already completed, unique piece. The purchase concerns the artwork described in the listing, not a reproduction or a new creation made to order.

The artwork is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity signed by the artist and documentation of the artwork, with traceability within the Micol Art Gallery system.

Preparation and Shipping

Shipping is coordinated by Micol Art Gallery. After the order is confirmed, the artwork is prepared for transport with professional protective packaging and entrusted to a specialized courier. 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 include the transfer of reproduction rights.

Color Accuracy

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

Micol Art Gallery – Arte4R Project

This artwork is part of the Micol Art Gallery – Arte4R project, dedicated to promoting contemporary artists and integrating art into spaces.