MIRELLA MIBELLI “An Artist’s Abstract Season” at the Social Gallery of Quartu S. Elena

LABOR CULTURAL ASSOCIATION
V-ART QUARTU EXPOSITION
V-ART INTERNATIONAL AUTHOR IMAGE FESTIVAL
Artistic direction by Giovanni Coda
in collaboration with the Mirella Mibelli Archive

SUBMIT

MIRELLA MIBELLI
“An Artist’s Abstract Season”
BY ROBERTTA VANALI
Davide Gratziu installations
DIRECTED BY GIOVANNI CODA

THE SOCIAL GALLERY
Via Eligio Porcu n. 43
Quartu Sant’Elena

Personal exhibition that can be visited, freely and free of charge, from Saturday 4 May (inauguration) to Saturday 25 May 2024in the days from Tuesday to Saturdaygive her 5.00pm to 8.00pm.

Excerpts taken from the texts of the catalogue, on display from 4 May:

“In the Seventies he continued his figurative phase – synthetic and minimalist, made of overlapping veils and a disruptive narrative charge – until reaching that contamination which coincides with the informal turning point. The lyrical transfiguration of reality is progressive and reaches its extreme with the acquisition of chalcographic techniques which prove to be particularly congenial to the artist’s expressiveness. They become a practice of exploration of that border territory where sign and color converge, giving life to minute graphemes and textures aimed at modifying space and visual perception. If the form left the artist all the possibilities of creative nature, the informal had however a new possibility of transcending within it, thus opening an infinity of new doors on the formal indefinites. Thus wrote Antoni Tapies in 1952, referring to the informal style that has its roots in Nordic Expressionism of which traces remain in the bright and contrasting colors and in the use of an incisive line from which Mirella Mibelli’s stylistic code seems to arise. Overlays between warm and cold colors are suddenly torn apart by sudden gestures that compare it to the gestures of Emilio Vedova and the rapid and decisive line of Hans Hartung, underlining the intensely expressive character of the sign. That at times regular sign made on one side of thread-like lines that intersect to form highly vibrant reticulates and textures, on the other by a dilated and lyrically nuanced stain painting, distinctive features that characterize the works selected for this exhibition at The Social Gallery . Dating from the 1980s, the 12 small and medium-sized works show some of the techniques most used by the artist throughout his career, from watercolor on paper to wax, from aquatint to poupee inking. The latter obtained from the experimentation begun in 1982 at the Urbino Academy with Franco Ferrovecchio and continued in Rosanna D’Alessandro’s L’Aquilone printing house in Cagliari.”
(Text by Roberta Vanali – Curator of The Social Gallery)

“In a vortex of shapes and colors, the art of Mirella Mibelli stands out like a bright beacon, guiding viewers through a fascinating journey into the abstract universe. Today, with this tribute we are celebrating the creative genius of this extraordinary painter, whose abstract season enriched the face of Sardinian contemporary art. Mirella Mibelli was a visionary, a pioneer of abstract expression who challenged the boundaries of artistic convention and opened new horizons of possibility. With her creativity, the daughter of a free mind, she has transformed the canvas into a playground for inventiveness, exploring the depths of human emotion through bold shapes and colors. Her works are manifestos of freedom and spontaneity, where chaos and order merge in a timeless dance. Through vibrant shades and lines, Mirella has captured the very essence of life, revealing the beauty hidden in the imperfection and uncertainty of the world. But Mirella’s abstract is more than just a visual representation; it’s a bold statement of individuality and authenticity. Each brushstroke is a testament to her unique vision and inner voice, which speaks directly to the heart of anyone fortunate enough to contemplate her works. The Quartese municipal administration, already promoting an urban redevelopment process dating back to the late 1990s, still believes in it, indeed, it reevaluates the inspiring visions of that project and relaunches art, artists and future prospects. Thank you, Mirella Mibelli, for enriching the world with your extraordinary season of the abstract. Your art will forever remain a beacon of inspiration and a source of wonder to all those fortunate enough to encounter it.”
(Text by Graziano Milia – Mayor of Quartu Sant’Elena)

“We are pleased to give you the warmest welcome to the exhibition dedicated to the extraordinary abstract season of the painter Mirella Mibelli. This event represents a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the creative universe of one of the most significant figures of abstract art in the cosmos of Sardinian painting. Through a bold and innovative exploration of color, form and composition, Mirella Mibelli has transcended the boundaries of visible reality to bring us into a realm of pure emotional and conceptual expression. Her works are not simple paintings, but extraordinary journeys through mental and emotional landscapes, where the mind frees itself from the chains of convention and embraces the beauty of chaos and uncertainty. In this exhibition, you will have the opportunity to explore a curated selection of Mirella Mibelli’s most significant works from the abstract production of the 1980s. Every brushstroke tells a story, every color evokes an emotion, inviting you to immerse yourself completely in the fascinating and multifaceted world of the abstract. We are certain that Mirella Mibelli’s art will leave you enchanted and inspired, pushing you to reflect on the nature of creativity and the power of personal vision. May this exhibition be an unforgettable experience, a journey of discovery and wonder that will stay with you in your heart and mind for a long time to come.
We thank you for being here with us today, ready to share this extraordinary artistic adventure. May the magic of Mirella Mibelli’s art take you far and fill you with beauty and inspiration.
Welcome to the exhibition on Mirella Mibelli’s abstract season!”
(Giovanni Coda – Artistic Director The Social Gallery)

The exhibition will be open to visitors until May 25, 2024
Free and free entry
Hours: Tuesday to Saturday from 5.00pm to 8.00pm
For information and reservations write to the email [email protected]

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