"CEFEO" by Sara Cafarelli: Cosmic Geometry and the Golden Ratio in Contemporary Art
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- Aug 26
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Sara Cafarelli 's "CEFEO" represents an expressive pinnacle of the "PHI" artistic period , where sacred geometry meets the chromatic vivacity of contemporary Sienese art. This mixed-media and acrylic on canvas work (50x60 cm) transforms the myth of the Northern Constellation into an explosion of colors and mathematically harmonious forms, demonstrating how art can translate astronomical and mathematical concepts into compelling visual languages.
The Work: From the Stellar Myth to the Contemporary Canvas
"CEPHEUS" draws inspiration from the northern constellation representing the legendary king of Ethiopia in Greek mythology. As Passione Astronomia recounts : "Cepheus, a gentle king and extremely devoted to his people, was desperate and did not know how to remedy such a devastation" caused by Poseidon's wrath, unleashed by the vanity of his wife Cassiopeia.
The Sienese artist transforms this mythological narrative into a dynamic composition where primary and complementary colors intersect following precise mathematical proportions. The mixed media technique on canvas allows Cafarelli to layer textures and colors that evoke both the cosmic energy and the emotional complexity of ancient myth.
The "PHI" Period: When Mathematics Becomes Art
Sara Cafarelli developed the “PHI” period taking inspiration from the golden ratio and the Fibonacci sequence , as confirmed by her statements: “Sara is currently working on her new artistic period entitled ‘PHI’, which takes inspiration from the golden ratio and the mathematical concept developed by Fibonacci” .
The golden ratio, which is approximately 1.618 , represents the mathematical ratio considered a symbol of universal harmony. As Il Giornale dell'Arte explains : "In the figurative arts and in mathematics, the golden ratio indicates the ratio between two different lengths... an irrational number represented by the letter Phi of the Greek alphabet, symbolizing the harmony of the universe . "
Sara Cafarelli: From Siena to International Museums
The Sienese artist, whom we are privileged to support on her international journey, has built an extraordinary career starting from her Tuscan roots. As GoNews reports : "From MoMA in New York to Miami and finally to Paris. The talent of Sara Cafarelli, a Sienese artist born in 1975, continues to grow and is aiming straight for the heart of the Louvre . "
After graduating from the Duccio di Buoninsegna Art School and subsequently earning a degree in Architecture in Florence, Cafarelli successfully combined technical training with artistic sensibility. Her international breakthrough came in 2013 when, as Quinews Siena reports , "one of her three works, owned by PS1 MoMA since 2007, was chosen to be exhibited for a week at MoMA in New York . "
Techniques and Innovation in Contemporary Geometric Art
The mixed media technique on canvas used in "CEFEO" allows the artist to experiment with different pictorial mediums, creating depth and chromatic layers that reflect the complexity of the "PHI" period. As Mandalashop points out : "The golden ratio can be used in various ways in different fields such as art, architecture, geometry... artists use the golden ratio to create balanced and harmonious compositions . "
The work features a vibrant color palette where reds, blues, yellows, and greens alternate in geometric patterns reminiscent of golden ratios. This technical choice places "CEPHEUS" in the finest tradition of contemporary geometric art, where mathematics and emotion blend in surprising visual balances.
The International Success of the "PHI" Period
The works from the "PHI" period have already conquered the global art scene. As Noi Frammenti di Siena confirms : "The works created during this period have already toured the world, reaching cities such as Rome, Antibes, Cannes, Madrid, Los Angeles, Innsbruck, and London . "
2022 marked a further milestone with his participation in the Barcelona Biennial at the prestigious MEAM (European Museum of Contemporary Art), confirming the international interest in this creative phase of the Sienese artist.
Conclusion: Italian Art between Tradition and Mathematical Innovation
"CEFEO" perfectly represents the synthesis between Italian cultural tradition and contemporary artistic research that characterizes our curatorial approach. Sara Cafarelli's work demonstrates how Italian artists can reinterpret universal themes—from classical mythology to mathematics—through innovative and technically sophisticated visual languages.
The artist's ability to transform abstract concepts like the golden ratio into emotionally engaging compositions confirms the value of Italian artistic research on the international scene. "CEFEO" is not only a tribute to the Northern Constellation, but also a contemporary reflection on the relationship between science, myth, and human creativity—elements that continue to guide our selection of emerging talents destined for global art markets.
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