#47878 Alberto Magnelli

The composition presents a striking arrangement of symbolic elements within a rigidly defined rectangular frame. A dominant color scheme of ochre and black is punctuated by areas of blue and red, creating visual tension and directing attention across the surface. The overall effect suggests a poster or advertisement, given the presence of text and pricing information.
Here we see a globe positioned centrally, rendered in simplified forms with an emphasis on landmasses colored in shades of brown and orange. Its placement atop a slender, dark stand lends it a sense of importance, yet its depiction is somewhat stylized, lacking detailed geographical accuracy. The globe’s presence immediately evokes themes of exploration, knowledge, or perhaps even political dominion.
Superimposed upon the upper portion of the composition is dense typography. A word, LACERBA, appears in bold lettering, followed by a date – “XX SETTEMBRE” – presented in an oversized, impactful font. Beneath this, a smaller inscription indicates the year and price: Anno II - Firenze 20 Settembre 1914 - 2 Soldi. The text’s prominence suggests its primary function as promotional material for a publication or event.
At the lower edge of the frame, a red basket is depicted in profile. Its form is simplified, with bold outlines and minimal shading. This object introduces an element of domesticity or perhaps abundance, though its placement at the bottom of the composition seems almost detached from the more overtly symbolic elements above.
The stark contrast between the globe’s representation of global reach and the baskets grounded presence creates a subtle dichotomy. The rigid geometry of the frame and the bold typography contribute to an atmosphere of formality and perhaps even propaganda, suggesting a deliberate attempt to convey a specific message or agenda. The color palette reinforces this sense of controlled communication; the ochre evokes tradition and authority, while the black provides visual weight and seriousness.