Philosophy
Ars Cogitans
Art, without a guiding thought to sustain it, becomes a mere formal exercise, stripped of the substance that gives it meaning and courage.
Ethos, pathos, logos
Art and philosophy, seen through the critical gaze of those who shape art with their own hands.
Throughout his prolific career, Ugo Nespolo has masterfully combined philosophical rigor with an incisive analysis of the art world, making significant contributions both to theoretical discourse and cultural dissemination. As the author of numerous articles published in Italy’s most prestigious newspapers, Nespolo has explored aesthetic and artistic themes with a sharp and original critical perspective.
Among his major works, Vizi d’arte (Skira) and Per non morire d’arte (Einaudi) encapsulate his thought, serving both as an exploration of the complexities of the contemporary art system and as a testament to his intellectual and creative commitment.
“Let’s start by saying that the artist is the forger of themselves. They drag—often with difficulty—their own creative monotony to fuel and replenish the very market they claim to resist.“
Excerpt from Più vero del vero. Alla ricerca del falso assoluto – Il Foglio Quotidiano, 2019