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This sculpture by Adriana Ghiraldo is a tribute to her native village. 

Her works appear as contemporary graphic signs, almost akin to decorative paintings, yet shaped in stone to make their message enduring. 

The artist often uses the symbol of the circle to represent the cyclical nature of things and continuous evolution. The search for organic forms, free of sharp edges and corners, led her to create this piece dedicated to the village of Valle. 

The interplay between solids and voids, between similar forms of different sizes, evokes gatherings in the village square, conversations among friends and children at play. It is a harmonious convergence, a union of different elements blending together in perfect balance.

Adriana Ghiraldo, born in Valle, currently lives and works in Rizzolo di Reana del Rojale. She studied at the State Art Institute “G. Sello” in Udine, earning a Diploma as Master of Art followed by a qualification in Applied Arts. 

Always passionate and attracted to diverse artistic expressions, her professional path has developed alongside her artistic career. For several years she worked in fossil restoration and screen printing. She later specialised in the restoration of paintings, mural decorations and stone artefacts, collaborating with specialised restoration firms. 

Among her awards are: International Award Art in the City Venice (2012); Arte Coseano Exhibition-Competition – Sculpture Prize; 8th International Competition “Restiamo Umani” (La Spadarina, Piacenza); International Art Prize City of Tiepolo (Udine), third prize in sculpture; 30th Premio Firenze, third prize in sculpture.