Secrets sign code, Code… by León Ferrari

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Title: Secrets sign code, Code series
Artist: León Ferrari (1920–2013)
Artist born in: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Date: 1988
Dimensions: 33 × 21 cm
Where to see it: Buenos Aires Museum of Modern Art, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Movement: Conceptual Art
Subject: secret codes, cipher symbolism, visual language, hidden messages, ink drawing art, symbolic design

Which museum holds Secrets sign code, Code series?

Buenos Aires Museum of Modern Art

Buenos Aires, Argentina

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Where can I see the original "Secrets sign code, Code series" by León Ferrari?

The original "Secrets sign code, Code series" by León Ferrari is held at the Buenos Aires Museum of Modern Art, Buenos Aires, Argentina. A reproduction allows the work to be displayed at home.

When was "Secrets sign code, Code series" made?

"Secrets sign code, Code series" by León Ferrari was created in 1988.

How big is the original "Secrets sign code, Code series"?

"Secrets sign code, Code series" measures 33 x 21 cm in its original form. Original dimensions are a useful reference when choosing a reproduction size.

What subjects appear in "Secrets sign code, Code series" by León Ferrari?

The themes present in "Secrets sign code, Code series" by León Ferrari include secret codes, cipher symbolism, visual language, hidden messages, ink drawing art, symbolic design, code series. Together they summarize the artwork's subject matter.

Is "Secrets sign code, Code series" by León Ferrari in the public domain?

"Secrets sign code, Code series" by León Ferrari is still protected by copyright. This status governs how the image of the work may be reproduced.

Which artist is "Secrets sign code, Code series" attributed to?

"Secrets sign code, Code series" was created by León Ferrari. The information on this page describes León Ferrari's original work.

Which artistic current is "Secrets sign code, Code series" by León Ferrari part of?

The movement associated with "Secrets sign code, Code series" by León Ferrari is Conceptual Art. This classification situates the work among related artists and artworks.

What stage of León Ferrari's development does "Secrets sign code, Code series" represent?

"Secrets sign code, Code series" represents the Mature Period of León Ferrari.

At what age did León Ferrari make "Secrets sign code, Code series"?

When "Secrets sign code, Code series" was created in 1988, León Ferrari - born in 1920 - was 68 years old.

About the artist, León Ferrari

1920–2013, Argentina

León Ferrari

a life marked by protest and artistic expression león david ferrari, an argentine contemporary conceptual artist, left an indelible mark on the art world with his provocative works that challenged the status quo. born in buenos aires, argentina on september 3, 1920, ferrari's life was a testament to the power of artistic expression as a form of dissent. early life and career ferrari's artistic journey began in the early 1950s, with his works often reflecting his disdain for the argentine government, imperialism, and the church. this is exemplified in his piece western and christian civilization, which depicted a near life-size christ hanging crucified on an american fighter jet, sparking controversy upon its creation in 1965.

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