“L’angelo della Città ” is a sculpture created by Marino Marini in 1948, aligning with the Expressionist art movement. This piece, classified within the genre of sculpture, reflects the evocative and emotive characteristics typical of Expressionism.
The artwork features a simplified, almost abstract figure of a rider astride a horse. Both the rider and the horse are rendered in a stylized manner, with elongated forms and minimal detailing that emphasize their shapes and interaction. The rider appears to be in a dynamic pose as if in mid-movement, suggestive of a moment captured in time. The horse, equally abstract, stands with a sturdy stance, its elongated neck and legs giving it a statuesque presence. The sculpture is set on a minimalist pedestal, allowing the viewer to focus entirely on the forms and the implied narrative of the figures. The setting in which the sculpture is displayed enhances its dramatic effect, placing this striking piece in a modern urban environment, surrounded by architecture and natural elements, which contrasts with its abstract and timeless quality.
