Experience a curated tribute dedicated to Basque artist Jorge Oteiza at Michel Mejuto Gallery. Visitors can explore eighteen sculptures and two drawings spanning forty years of the artist's career. These historical works are fully documented in the official Catalogue Raisonné published by the Jorge Oteiza Museum Foundation.
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This exhibition pays tribute to the Basque artist Jorge Oteiza on the tenth anniversary of his passing. The showcase features a selection of 18 sculptures and 2 drawings that span four decades of the artist's career.
The Michel Mejuto Gallery presents a retrospective exhibition honoring the multifaceted Basque artist Jorge Oteiza, a key figure whose innovative work significantly shaped the trajectory of 20th-century art. Spanning forty years of the artist’s career, the collection brings together a curated selection of 18 sculptures and two drawings, highlighting his evolution as a sculptor, poet, and essayist. All works included in this exhibition have been documented in the official Catalogue Raisonné of the artist's work, which is published by the Jorge Oteiza Museum Foundation. This presentation serves as both a tribute to his vision and a rare opportunity to view pieces that represent the depth and breadth of his sculptural practice.
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