The artwork, titled “Cosmic Map,” was created by Bruno Munari in 1930. It belongs to the Cartographic Art and Concretism movement and is categorized under the figurative art genre.
The artwork depicts an abstract, yet meticulous representation of a landscape, featuring a winding blue river that runs through it. Surrounding the river, various geometric shapes and lines suggest an intricate balance between natural and constructed elements. Notable features include red linear markers traversing the map horizontally, possibly indicating pathways or connections within the landscape. The edges of the composition are framed with blue and brown hues, resembling water and terrain. Small annotations and symbols are scattered throughout, further emphasizing the cartographic essence of the work. The overall impression culminates in a fusion of artistic creativity with the precision of cartography, capturing a sense of exploration and structured beauty.
