On the occasion of the 150th anniversary of Corriere della Sera, the duo Bertozzi & Casoni presents a new work that brings historical memory into dialogue with contemporary sensibility. More than a celebration, the piece builds a bridge between past and present, transforming an iconic image into a symbolic device rich with meaning.
At the center of the work is the reproduction of the Corriere front page dated December 23, 1947 - the day the approval of the Italian Constitution was announced. A foundational moment in the country’s history is here revisited both visually and emotionally. Alongside the newspaper, a branch of peach blossoms introduces a poetic and natural element: a clear metaphor for rebirth, resonating with the post-war context and the idea of reconstruction.
Memory as Form, Fragility as Language
The work thus becomes both a celebration and a reflection. On one hand, it pays tribute to the legacy of Corriere della Sera and its role in documenting the nation’s history; on the other, it highlights the enduring values of the Constitution, born from the ruins of war and still a vital reference point today. The interplay between historical document and symbolic imagery creates a narrative tension that invites viewers to reflect on the present.
Following the passing of Stefano Dal Monte Casoni, Giampaolo Bertozzi continues the duo’s artistic journey, preserving and evolving their shared vision. This new ceramic work, created specifically for the project, retains the defining elements of their practice: a hyperrealistic aesthetic that transforms everyday objects into profound reflections on time, fragility, and permanence.
A Collector’s Edition Between Print and Digital
This special cover is part of the celebrations marking 150 years of Corriere della Sera. Available on newsstands, it features a QR code that, through the Corriere Art Collection app, provides access to the certified digital version of the artwork in NFT format.
Extending the work into the digital realm, the project creates a dialogue between tradition and innovation, material and immaterial, reinforcing the evolving relationship between art and publishing.
“Faith in Freedom”
In the stillness of that distant page, one detail emerges with particular resonance: the title of the original editorial, “Faith in freedom.”
More than a historical reference, these words become a contemporary statement - a commitment, a warning, almost an exhortation not to forget. Through this gesture, Bertozzi & Casoni transform memory into a living presence, reminding us that freedom, like art, requires constant renewal.