The sunset, a natural phenomenon both daily and mystical, is at the heart of Marco Valoti’s Sunsets series. A collection of 22 paintings (47 x 38 cm), created with acrylic on paper between 2002 and 2003, that goes far beyond the mere aesthetics of twilight. These works, inspired by the artist’s travels through the former Soviet Union and his immersion in the Andean landscapes, transcend the contemplation of the celestial spectacle to question humanity’s relationship with its own existence, between dreams and social criticism. Travel as a Source of Inspiration Marco Valoti’s work is not limited to a simple visual transcription of the sunset. It is a profound exploration of…