Senza titolo Printmaking by Mario Schifano

Original

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Original Artwork Printmaking, Screenprinting

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Original Artwork

Original Artwork refers to any work that is considered authentic and not a copy or imitation of the original works of an artist. Original artwork can be any type of painting, sculpture, performance, or other media. There are many types of original media. Mixed media includes oil, acrylic, and watercolor paintings. For workshop paintings that bear evidence of master craftsmanship, this attribution must be further qualified. While they may be less valuable for different reasons, reproductions and copies have had a tremendous impact on our experience. They reach a greater audience than originals and act as a tonic against commodification. Original Artwork could also refer to the first work, which is always preceding all others. It could also refer to a prototype or a model from which other works can be made. Each work bears great similarities to the original.
Dimensions Height 39.4in, Width 27.6in

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Mario Schifano

Italy

Mario Schifano (1934–1998) was an influential Italian painter and filmmaker, widely recognized as one of the leading figures of postwar Italian art. Born in Homs, Libya, Schifano[...]

Mario Schifano (1934–1998) was an influential Italian painter and filmmaker, widely recognized as one of the leading figures of postwar Italian art. Born in Homs, Libya, Schifano moved to Rome with his family in 1941, where he later became a key figure in the Italian Pop Art movement. His work is noted for its dynamic and innovative approach, blending elements of abstraction, conceptualism, and popular culture.

Schifano initially gained attention in the early 1960s with his "Monocromi" series—large canvases painted in a single color with a strip of paper or tape along one edge, questioning the nature of painting itself. His work soon evolved to incorporate imagery from mass media, advertising, and consumer culture, drawing comparisons to American Pop artists like Andy Warhol. However, Schifano's art retained a distinctly European sensibility, often reflecting on the complexities of modern life and the impact of technology and media on society.

Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, Schifano's experimentation extended beyond painting to include photography, video, and film, further broadening his artistic repertoire. His films, such as "Umano non umano" (1969), were part of the avant-garde cinema movement, blending documentary and fiction in a style that was both innovative and reflective of the countercultural spirit of the time.

Schifano's later works continued to explore the interplay between high art and popular culture, with vibrant, chaotic compositions that often featured overlapping layers of text, imagery, and gestural marks. Despite struggles with addiction and personal challenges, his creativity remained prolific until his death in Rome in 1998.

Mario Schifano's legacy is marked by his significant contributions to contemporary art, particularly in his exploration of the boundaries between different media and his commentary on the visual culture of the modern world. His works are held in major collections and continue to be celebrated for their boldness, energy, and relevance.