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ROUGH BLACK
ROUGH BLA
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AND BRIGHT
AND BRIGHT

“ROUGH BLACK AND WHITE” is an oil on canvas Pregoni masterfully blends tradition and innovation.
that addresses the theme of migrants. This context His unusual brushstrokes and his ability to play
adds a dimension of depth and “urgency” to with light and shadow give his works a distinctive
the painting, reflecting the difficulties and hopes character. While drawing inspiration from the
of those seeking a new life in foreign lands with techniques of the great masters of the past,
tension and stoicism. Pregoni manages to create something completely
The Chinese girl depicted in the painting exudes a new and primordial, making his works immediately
sense of insecurity, evident in her posture and facial recognizable and deeply moving.
expression. However, this insecurity is balanced by a In summary, “ROUGH BLACK AND WHITE” is a work that
palpable determination, visible in the firmness of her not only captures attention for its visual beauty but
gaze and the restlessness of her pose. This contrast also for its emotional and symbolic depth. Pregoni
creates a complex and captivating figure that proves to be a master at combining tradition and
draws attention and compassion simultaneously. innovation, creating works that speak directly to
The girl’s gaze is particularly powerful as it creates the heart of the viewer.
a sense of awe, almost as if she is challenging
the viewer to understand her story, her fears, and
her courage. At the same time, her eyes invite
participation and tenderness, making it impossible
not to empathize with her state of mind.
The nearly black background of the painting may
seem absurd at first glance, but the copper-green
light that powerfully emerges on the girl’s face and
arms adds an element of hope and vitality. This
greenish light not only physically illuminates the
figure but symbolically represents the girl’s inner
strength.
We would now like to venture into a comparison
with a past master. Although the historical contexts
of Pregoni and Rembrandt are very different, their
painting techniques show surprising similarities. Both
artists use chiaroscuro to create depth and drama
in their works. Pregoni, like Rembrandt, is skilled at
capturing human emotions through the masterful
use of light and shadow. However, Pregoni brings
a new expressionist freshness, abandoning realism,
imprinting a unique originality through his atypical,
vibrant, and fluid brushstrokes, as well as his ability
to infuse modernity into classical themes.

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