Sandro Chia
Sandro Chia, an Italian artist born in Florence in 1946, gained fame in the 1980s as a leading figure in the Transavanguardia movement, reviving figurative painting.
Born: 1946, Florence, Italy
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Recognition
One of the most renown living Italian artists, Sandro borrows from his rich Florentine roots and the Neo-Expressionist movement. He's been exhibited in the MoMA, Guggenheim, Museum Bilbao.
Intent
Rich Italian imagery and themes, reinterpreted for current day with a colorful, figurative style.
Composition
Chia modernizes his expressionistic, figurative print with deeply poignant colors.
Ceres Take
A favorite Italian artist with a strong eye for color.
PARENT TECHNIQUE
Etching
Etching is a form of printmaking that involves creating designs on a copper plate, using an acid-resistant material like wax or resin. The artist scratches through this material to expose the metal underneath. The plate is then submerged in an acid bath, which bites into the exposed areas, creating grooves....
