In a complementary narrative, Valentina Bartolini's presentation within the framework of “One Work Show Series” features paper works and sculptures focusing on themes of home, origin and childhood, reflecting on her memories of Perugia, Italy, her father's hometown. Inspired by inherited family heirlooms, Bartolini recalls a geographically dichotomized past between Italy and Greece. Deep terracotta shades in her work draw influence from Etruscan culture's emphasis on thermal springs and lakes with healing properties. Handcrafted papers, made from Bhutanese lokta, showcase a distinctive texture, varied sizes, and a muted earth color palette reminiscent of medieval gates. Historically used in calligraphy and woodblock printing in local monasteries, these papers contribute to the rich layers of Bartolini's artistic expression.