Furia oscura

The horse and rider form a perfect pair, an image deeply cherished by Carlo Zoli and frequently appearing in his works due to its profound symbolic meaning. This pairing embodies human struggles and aspirations, balancing reason and passion. The ancient relationship between man and animal serves as an ideal metaphor for the inner drive towards beauty, justice, and truth, which is inevitably thwarted by desires and selfish urges, often transforming into a descent of the spirit into a painful and tormented state. With this work, the artist confronts us with the darker side of this struggle.
The figure of the enraged warrior is unified with his rearing steed, positioned at the crossroads of battle. This scene is represented by a block of dark red resin from which a skull emerges, symbolising the flow of blood, pain, and anguish, embodying defeat or victory. Ultimately, it is a depiction of suffering, condemned and unacceptable yet unavoidable.