Nadir Afonso: Centre Culturel Portugais / Fondation Calouste Gulbenkian (1970)
Limited edition exhibition poster
Publisher: Centre Culturel Portugais, Paris / Fondation Calouste Gulbenkian, Lisbon
Artist: Nadir Afonso (1920-2013)
Publication date: 1970
Dimensions: 57 × 40 cm (22 7/16 x 15 3/4 in.)
Languages: French
Edition: Limited editionAbout
Solo exhibition by Portuguese artist Nadir Afonso (1920-2013), part of the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation grantee exhibition cycle, held at the Center Culturel Portugais, in Paris, with over 1200 visitors, and later organized in Lisbon.
This poster is a magnificent record of this important exhibition on the life and work of Nadir Afonso.
Nadir Afonso (1920-2013)
Nadir Afonso was a renowned Portuguese painter and architect, celebrated for his contributions to geometric abstraction. Nadir Afonso's work is characterized by its precise use of geometric forms, vibrant colors, and a harmonious balance of shapes. Initially trained as an architect, he worked with notable figures like Le Corbusier and Oscar Niemeyer before dedicating himself fully to painting. His artistic philosophy combined elements of mathematics and aesthetics, resulting in compositions that are both visually striking and intellectually engaging. Afonso's distinctive style and theoretical approach have left a lasting impact on modern art, making him a significant figure in the field of geometric abstraction.
Condition:Good overall condition (Integrity and authenticity). Signs of age and wear. Fold in the middle.
Provenance: Centre Culturel Portugais, Paris. Acquired from a private collection in France. Ownership: Monginho Collection
Limited edition exhibition poster
Publisher: Centre Culturel Portugais, Paris / Fondation Calouste Gulbenkian, Lisbon
Artist: Nadir Afonso (1920-2013)
Publication date: 1970
Dimensions: 57 × 40 cm (22 7/16 x 15 3/4 in.)
Languages: French
Edition: Limited editionAbout
Solo exhibition by Portuguese artist Nadir Afonso (1920-2013), part of the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation grantee exhibition cycle, held at the Center Culturel Portugais, in Paris, with over 1200 visitors, and later organized in Lisbon.
This poster is a magnificent record of this important exhibition on the life and work of Nadir Afonso.
Nadir Afonso (1920-2013)
Nadir Afonso was a renowned Portuguese painter and architect, celebrated for his contributions to geometric abstraction. Nadir Afonso's work is characterized by its precise use of geometric forms, vibrant colors, and a harmonious balance of shapes. Initially trained as an architect, he worked with notable figures like Le Corbusier and Oscar Niemeyer before dedicating himself fully to painting. His artistic philosophy combined elements of mathematics and aesthetics, resulting in compositions that are both visually striking and intellectually engaging. Afonso's distinctive style and theoretical approach have left a lasting impact on modern art, making him a significant figure in the field of geometric abstraction.
Condition:Good overall condition (Integrity and authenticity). Signs of age and wear. Fold in the middle.
Provenance: Centre Culturel Portugais, Paris. Acquired from a private collection in France. Ownership: Monginho Collection
Limited edition exhibition poster
Publisher: Centre Culturel Portugais, Paris / Fondation Calouste Gulbenkian, Lisbon
Artist: Nadir Afonso (1920-2013)
Publication date: 1970
Dimensions: 57 × 40 cm (22 7/16 x 15 3/4 in.)
Languages: French
Edition: Limited editionAbout
Solo exhibition by Portuguese artist Nadir Afonso (1920-2013), part of the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation grantee exhibition cycle, held at the Center Culturel Portugais, in Paris, with over 1200 visitors, and later organized in Lisbon.
This poster is a magnificent record of this important exhibition on the life and work of Nadir Afonso.
Nadir Afonso (1920-2013)
Nadir Afonso was a renowned Portuguese painter and architect, celebrated for his contributions to geometric abstraction. Nadir Afonso's work is characterized by its precise use of geometric forms, vibrant colors, and a harmonious balance of shapes. Initially trained as an architect, he worked with notable figures like Le Corbusier and Oscar Niemeyer before dedicating himself fully to painting. His artistic philosophy combined elements of mathematics and aesthetics, resulting in compositions that are both visually striking and intellectually engaging. Afonso's distinctive style and theoretical approach have left a lasting impact on modern art, making him a significant figure in the field of geometric abstraction.
Condition:Good overall condition (Integrity and authenticity). Signs of age and wear. Fold in the middle.
Provenance: Centre Culturel Portugais, Paris. Acquired from a private collection in France. Ownership: Monginho Collection