Alberto Burri (1915-1995) revolutionised the artistic vocabulary of the post-war art world. During the 1950s his celebration of humble materials such as sacking and tar created a new aesthetic, rich in expressive power, that was later to prove decisive for artists associated with the Arte Povera movement. Despite his importance, this exhibition is the first major retrospective of the artist’s work to be…
United Artists of Italy 22 June – 4 September 2011 Photographic portraits of twentieth- century Italian artists such as de Chirico, Fontana, Burri and Kounellis by some of Italy’s leading photographers including Mario Giacomelli, Mimmo Jodice and Gianni Berengo Gardin. More on : Estorick Collection
Jelly Baby sculptures displayed in London’s Marble Arch The Jelly Baby sculpture will be displayed at Marble Arch until April 2011 A family of colourful jelly baby sculptures standing up to 10.5ft (3.2m) high is set to brighten up London’s West End. Westminster Council has given the go-ahead for the unique art installation in central London’s Marble Arch. The Jelly…
