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Luis Alonso Muñoz: Esculturas para el tacto Exhibition at Museo Tiflológico, Madrid

Discover ten distinctive tactile sculptures crafted from marble, alabaster, and bronze by artist Luis Alonso Muñoz.

The Museo Tiflológico in Madrid once hosted "Esculturas para el tacto," a unique exhibition by sculptor Luis Alonso Muñoz. This presentation showcased ten tactile sculptures, inviting visitors to experience art through touch. Muñoz's works feature diverse materials including marble, alabaster, and bronze, reflecting his artistic range and dedication to accessible art.

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Exhibition summary

The Museo Tiflológico presented 'Esculturas para el tacto,' an exhibition featuring ten tactile sculptures by Palencia-based artist Luis Alonso Muñoz. The exhibition showcased his work in materials such as marble, alabaster, stone, and bronze.

Curatorial context

From April 2 to May 31, 2008, the Museo Tiflológico in Madrid hosted 'Esculturas para el tacto,' an exhibition dedicated to the work of sculptor Luis Alonso Muñoz. Muñoz, originally from Palencia, utilizes materials like marble, alabaster, stone, and bronze to create his pieces, which are designed to be touched by visitors in line with the museum's unique accessibility approach. The exhibition featured a total of ten works by the artist. Beyond this presentation, Muñoz's artistic career includes other exhibitions, such as those held at Galería La Maleta in Valladolid (2008) and Galería Van Dyck in Madrid (2007-2008). His commissioned works include a large-scale figure of an 'Iberian peasant' for the City Council of Palencia (2006) and the marble sculpture 'Maternity' for the Teatro Principal in Palencia. His art is also held in the collections of institutions like the Diputación Provincial of Barcelona and Pontevedra.

Admission and ticket notes

The exhibition was displayed at the Museo Tiflológico, a museum designed for visitors to touch its works. Specific ticketing information for this past exhibition is not detailed on the page, but visitor access to the museum's collections implies it was part of general admission or the museum's specific visitor experience.

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Venue
Museo Tiflológico
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Apr 2, 2008 – May 31, 2008
Artist line / attribution
Featuring sculptures by Luis Alonso Muñoz, a Palencia-based artist known for his work in marble, alabaster, stone, and bronze.
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