ANIMA MUNDI

“Anima Mundi” is the concept of a world soul—an inner bond linking all living beings, just as the soul is linked to the human body. The Anima Mundi painting series was begun by Daniela Busarello in 2020, during the lockdown. At that time, although people were physically separated, they were connected through the internet, which heightened awareness of our global interconnectedness.

The works in Anima Mundi symbolize the world’s feelings in response to everyday events related to ecology, politics, science, art, and humanity as a whole. The artist chose the symbol of the heart to express the idea of the world soul. The heartbeat becomes a metaphor for consciousness, emotional and moral awareness, as well as courage, strength, and generosity.

The dimensions of her works are always meaningful. In Anima Mundi, a small canvas with a large heart inside symbolizes a living, vibrating entity striving to burst out of its confined space and reclaim life beyond it. This project underscores the unity of humankind and its emotional connection to events unfolding in the world.