Adolf Fargnoli: From Woodwork to Jewelry

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Delve into the captivating world of Adolf Fargnoli, an Italian-born artist whose impact resonates within the heart of Girona's noucentisme. Unveiled by architect Rafael Masó, Fargnoli showcased his mastery in wood carving, notably crafting exquisite chests adorned with metal accents and silk linings, each infused with a poetic essence.

With fifty exhibitions spanning from 1918 to 1933, Fargnoli became a noucentista icon in Girona, lauded by critics, artists and intellectuals alike. However, in 1932, a pivotal shift occurred as he delved into the allure of Hollywood aesthetics, transitioning into a designer based in Barcelona, where he conceived his "D'Annali" line of women's jewelry, regrettably unrealized.

In 1933, grappling with an emotional crisis and his bohemian spirit, Fargnoli descended into profound depression. Despite sporadic creative revivals, particularly around 1945, the war and post-war eras marked a decline. Fargnoli passed away peacefully in 1951.

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