Francesco Messina
Francesco Messina (1900–1995) was an Italian sculptor, graphic artist and writer.
Francesco Messina in brief
- Born
- 1900
- Died
- 1995
- Known for
- sculptor, graphic artist, writer and art educator
- Place of birth
- Catania
Overview
Born at Catania in 1900, died at Milan in 1995.
In detail
the recorded working language is Italian.
The field of work recorded is art of sculpture and visual arts. The authority associates the name with contemporary art.
Places of work recorded in the authority are Genoa and Milan. Membership is recorded of Accademia Tiberina.
Work by Francesco Messina is recorded in the collections of Belvedere and Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía.
Distinctions recorded are Gold Medal of the Italian Order of Merit for Culture and Art and Civil Order of Savoy.
Sources
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- 1.
“Francesco Messina”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading
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Wikidata, structured authority record Q2528299: Francesco Messina
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