Pietro Ruffo: The Architect of Memory
Pietro Ruffo (Rome, 1978) is an artist whose research stands at the intersection of art, cartography, and historical inquiry. Following his training in architecture, he developed a multidisciplinary practice ranging from drawing to large-scale installations, always centering on the profound concepts of freedom and geopolitical identity.
His style is defined by a distinctive technique: stratification. Ruffo often works on large paper surfaces that are hand-cut, layered, and secured with pins, creating a light yet deeply meaningful three-dimensionality. His maps are not mere geographical representations, but palimpsests where scientific data, philosophical diagrams, and naturalistic imagery intertwine. Each work invites the viewer int...> Read more