Mino Maccari, Composition, Watercolor, 1970s

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Composition is an original modern artwork realized in 1970 by the Italian artist Mino Maccari (Siena, 1898 - Rome, 1989). … Read more Composition is an original modern artwork realized in 1970 by the Italian artist Mino Maccari (Siena, 1898 - Rome, 1989). Original drawing in watercolor on paper. Hand-signed by the artist on the lower corner: Mino Maccari. Good conditions. This artwork represents the facial features in a well-balanced composition in harmonious colors. The artwork is the prototype for The manifesto of Spoleto in 1970. Mino Maccari (Siena, 1898 – Rome, 1989). Maccari was a popular Italian painter and engraver. He produced many artworks through different graphic techniques. He exhibited at important international exhibitions in the fields of art and graphics. In 1959, he became the director of the Academy of Fine Arts in Rome; in 1963, he won Antonio Feltrinelli's prize for painting and became president of the San Luca Academy. He realized many lithographs and etchings of satirical and political subject matters. He was also famous for erotic and sexual drawings. He has worked for many years at Il Mondo. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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