Montecelli and Pagone

Montecelli & Pagone - Alessandro Monticelli (1973) & Claudio Pagone (1976)
Sulmona, Rome, Italy
Montecelli & Pagone - Alessandro Monticelli Collection
Claudio Pagone is an Italian artist known for his multidisciplinary approach to art, often working in collaboration with fellow artist Alessandro Monticelli under the collective name "Monticelli & Pagone m&p art." Their work spans various media, including drawing, sculpture, installation, and painting, often exploring themes like power, conflict, and the human condition.
Pagone's artistic practice is characterized by an interest in combining traditional techniques with unconventional materials. His work often challenges viewers' perceptions, inviting them to reflect on societal issues, emotional states, and existential questions. Through these explorations, he uses art as a means to provoke thought and discussion.
In addition to creating artwork, Pagone has participated in collaborative projects and exhibits internationally, bringing his unique vision and voice to a broader audience. His work, especially in projects like White Flag and other conceptual pieces, delves into ideas surrounding vulnerability, surrender, and human resilience.
The White Flag series by Italian artists Claudio Pagone and Alessandro Monticelli (working under the collective name "Monticelli & Pagone m&p art") explores themes of surrender, peace, and vulnerability. The "white flag" is traditionally a symbol of truce or capitulation in conflict, and in their works, it can be seen as a metaphor for human fragility and the complex dynamics of power, resistance, and reconciliation.
These works, which are created using watercolor and pencil on paper, aim to evoke introspection about societal conflicts, personal struggles, and the moment of giving up or finding resolution. The use of the white flag may also point to the concept of neutrality or the hope for peace, making the series both a visual and conceptual reflection on our global and personal challenges.
In a broader sense, the series might also touch on the tension between fragility and resilience, offering a quiet yet powerful commentary on how we engage with conflict, whether on a global scale or within ourselves.
We currently have 6 pieces from the White Flag Series in the Hive Art Gallery.