Oplà (Troupe Muscolini) 1915

Francesco Cangiullo made this drawing, Oplà (Troupe Muscolini), with ink on paper. I love how the loops and simple lines create the idea of acrobatic figures, a feeling of playful movement with an economy of means. I can almost see the ink flowing, a kind of dance between control and chance. The texture of the paper underneath peeks through, giving it a raw, immediate feel. Look at the way the figures balance. It’s like Cangiullo is saying something about the lightness of being or the delicate balance of life. It reminds me a bit of Calder's wire sculptures, the way he captured movement and form with such simple gestures. Ultimately, this little drawing feels like a reminder that art doesn't always need to be complicated, and that it’s more about the journey than the destination.