Carlo Dalmazzo Clara: Pioneer of Futurist Metaphysics Carlo Dalmazzo Clara (1881-1966) stands as a pivotal figure in Italian Futurism and its subsequent impact on Surrealist art. Born in Agrigento, Sicily, he embarked on an artistic journey marked by unwavering dedication to experimentation and a profound engagement with the spirit of his time—a period characterized by fervent nationalism and a fascination for technological advancement. His formative years were spent studying at the Brera Academy in Milan, where he honed his skills as a painter alongside luminaries like Salvatore Gallo, abso…