Germano Bordoli’s Paintings on Display in Como
Dreamlike atmospheres suspended between fantasy and symbolism. A female face that repeats, changes and transforms. An artist who explores identity through painting, without rules and with complete freedom of expression.
From July 4 to August 1, 2025, The Art Company Como hosted “Donne: sette meno due” (Women: Seven Minus Two), an exhibition by Germano Bordoli, curated by Luigi Cavadini.
The exhibition invited visitors to explore dreamlike settings, imaginary stories and intimate emotions. Above all, it offered a reflection on femininity, imagination and memory.
One Face, Seven Interpretations
Seven paintings. Seven women. Or perhaps not.
At first glance, the female figures appeared very different from one another. However, a closer look suggested that they might represent the same woman.
An identity that multiplies and transforms, changing its appearance while preserving the same essence.
Each painting presented a different scene, almost like a story waiting to be discovered.
A woman reclining on a sofa, surrounded by symbols, objects and imaginary creatures.
Here, the body became a form of expression. Clothing revealed hidden meanings, while colours communicated emotions.
As a result, every detail contributed to a deeper exploration of identity and femininity.
Between Dreams and Memories
The world created by Germano Bordoli was never entirely realistic. Instead, it belonged to the realm of imagination.
His female figures inhabited surreal environments, suspended between fairy tales and memories.
Animals, imaginary creatures and mysterious symbols appeared throughout his paintings.
Moreover, these elements created a figurative style that aimed to evoke emotions rather than describe reality.
The artist’s work did not seek to explain everything. Instead, it encouraged viewers to experience the images through their own feelings and interpretations.
In this way, his paintings moved between the visible and the invisible.
Like a dream that slowly fades in the morning, the images left a lasting impression even when their meaning remained uncertain.
The Artist: Germano Bordoli
Born in 1953, Germano Bordoli is a self-taught painter originally from Tremezzo, on Lake Como.
Throughout his career, he has developed a personal artistic language based on experimentation and intuition.
He also taught at the Aldo Galli Academy before continuing his artistic work at his studio, Latelier, in Como.
His approach to painting reflects a strong sense of creative independence.
Rather than following strict academic rules, Bordoli allows images to emerge naturally through continuous exploration.
Consequently, his paintings often develop through experimentation, unexpected ideas and personal interpretation.
The exhibition “Donne: sette meno due” offered a clear expression of this artistic philosophy.
Free, evocative and deeply personal, his work invited visitors to discover the many layers of human identity.
Useful Information: Germano Bordoli Exhibition in Como
Exhibition: Donne: sette meno due – Germano Bordoli
Location: The Art Company Como, Via Borgovico 163, Como, Italy.
Dates: July 4 – August 1, 2025.
Opening hours:
- Monday to Friday: 3:00 PM – 6:30 PM
- Saturday: By appointment only
Phone: +39 335 8095646
Admission: Free entry.
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