Casa Rigo, Lake Garda II 1925

Curator: Martin Bloch’s “Casa Rigo, Lake Garda II” presents a vibrant scene, dominated by bold colours and architectural forms. I’m immediately struck by the contrast between the stillness of the building and the dynamism of the surrounding landscape. Editor: Yes, the house seems almost like a stage set, but the figure peering out the window disrupts that impression. Is it a reflection of the isolation experienced by those living in these picturesque, but often remote, locations? Curator: Perhaps. The house could be read as a symbol of refuge. Those bright blues and reds are such welcoming, even protective colours. Editor: Or perhaps they speak to the privilege inherent in being able to escape to such a place. The figure looking out might be seeing the same beauty we do, but also the socio-economic divides that make such escapes possible. Curator: I see your point. Ultimately, this painting’s power lies in its ambiguity, and the dialogue it creates. Editor: Absolutely. It encourages us to examine not just what we see, but the narratives we project onto the world.