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Fermata Bus (Bus Stop)

Creator: Giuseppe Ragazzini
Offered by: Arco Gallery

Description
Giuseppe Ragazzini’s Fermata Bus captures the fleeting and often surreal nature of urban life through a masterful blend of hand-drawn elements and collage. The central figure, semi-transparent and washed in a striking red hue, emerges like a spectral presence, juxtaposed against the rigid geometry of a bold red bus. Inside the bus, fragmented faces rendered in delicate linework observe the scene in quiet introspection, underscoring a theme of urban isolation despite physical proximity. The composition creates a dynamic tension between movement and stillness, memory and reality, with a cinematic atmosphere heightened by Ragazzini’s use of shadows and light.

The textured black foreground and contrasting vibrancy of the red bus create a visual rhythm, while the inclusion of ghostly outlines evokes a sense of impermanence. The scene seems frozen in a moment of transition, with Ragazzini transforming an ordinary urban encounter into a reflective narrative about human connection—or its absence—in crowded public spaces. This piece exemplifies Ragazzini’s signature fusion of figurative and abstract forms, making it a striking addition to contemporary art collections or sophisticated interior spaces that favor artworks with both narrative depth and visual impact.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	Italy
Period:	2000-2021
Materials:	Mixed Media and Digital Collage on Paper
Condition:	New.
Creation Date:	2007
Styles / Movements:	Abstract Expressionism
Dealer Reference #:	GR008
Incollect Reference #:	774428

Dimensions

W.	12 in;	H.	17.5 in;
W.	30.48 cm;	H.	44.45 cm;

Message from Seller:

Arco Gallery, founded in 2013 by Valentina Puccioni, offers a truly personalized art experience in the heart of SoHo, NYC. Located in a historic loft and open by appointment only, the gallery provides exclusive, intimate viewings, away from the mainstream gallery scene. P: 212.226.1207 E: valentina@arcogallery.com