Perfosfato Minerale
TITLE
(Perfosfato Minerale)
TYPE
Advertising poster
YEAR
C. 1960
INDUSTRY
Agrichemicals
CLIENT
Not specified
MEDIUM
Chromolithograph on paper
COLLECTION
National Museum Salce Collection, Treviso, Italy
CATALOG ID
0500655931
RIGHTS HOLDER
LICENSE
CC BY 4.0
DESCRIPTION
This poster reflects Ottinetti’s ability to translate complex agricultural themes into a clear and controlled visual language. The composition is structured around stylized wheat, fruit, and geometric forms, which together anchor the image and guide the viewer’s attention. Through bold outlines, flattened color fields, and integrated typography, the design reduces complexity into legible, purposeful elements, emphasizing clarity and visual immediacy.
Situated within mid-century industrial and agricultural communication, the work reflects a broader shift toward symbolic, outcome-driven imagery. Rather than depicting chemical processes directly, Ottinetti communicates their impact through signs of growth and abundance, balancing abstraction and message clarity. The piece aligns with the evolving language of postwar European commercial design, where visual economy became central to effective communication.