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Fernando González Calisalvo's 'El Brillo de la Oscuridad' Sculpture Exhibition at Museo Tiflológico

This featured 15 compelling sculptural works by Gayo, exploring the artist's versatile creative output.

Explore the captivating exhibition 'El Brillo de la Oscuridad' by Fernando González Calisalvo at the Museo Tiflológico. This special presentation showcased 15 sculptural works, highlighting the versatile artist's dedication to diverse materials and themes. Discover the creative journey of Gayo and his established presence in the visual arts, reflecting a passion for creation.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition at the Museo Tiflológico featured 15 sculptural works by the artist Fernando González Calisalvo, known by his pseudonym Gayo. The collection, titled 'El Brillo de la Oscuridad' (The Brilliance of Darkness), explored the artist's multifaceted creative output.

Curatorial context

The Museo Tiflológico hosted 'El Brillo de la Oscuridad,' an exhibition dedicated to the sculptures of Fernando González Calisalvo, also known as Gayo. Running from April 1 to May 30, 2009, the exhibition presented a collection of 15 works by the Madrid-based artist. Calisalvo is described as a versatile artist, trained in sculpture by Fructuoso Orduña and in watercolor painting by La Madrid. His artistic practice encompasses sculpture in diverse materials and sizes, reflecting his passion for creation and nature. The artist's work has been featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions, including displays at the Banco de la Pequeña y Mediana Empresa in Madrid (2002) and Sala Floridablanca in San Lorenzo de El Escorial (1987). Collective exhibitions include participation in events in Madrid (Casa de Cataluña, 1990) and Munich, Germany (1991), underscoring his established presence in the art world.

Fernando González Calisalvo: 'El brillo de la oscuridad' key exhibition facts

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Venue
Museo Tiflológico
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Apr 1, 2009 – May 30, 2009
Artist line / attribution
Fernando González Calisalvo (Gayo) is a versatile artist trained in sculpture and watercolor painting.
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