Carla Badiali: A Pioneer of Italian Abstract Art Born in Novegro, Italy (later Novedrate), in 1907, Carla Badiali’s life and artistic journey represent a fascinating intersection of early 20th-century European culture, the burgeoning field of abstract art, and the resilience of an artist navigating turbulent political times. Initially exposed to music and painting during her childhood years spent in France – a period shaped by her family's work commitments – Badiali’s return to Italy marked a pivotal moment, leading her to study at the Istituto Tecnico Industriale di Como. It was here, under…