Giò Pomodoro

He then began to produce reverse reliefs in clay and also formed assemblages of various materials, including wood, textiles, and plaster subsequently cast in metal. During the 1960s, he developed several series of sculptures, which explored a range of abstract shapes, usually with smooth undulating surfaces. In his later career, Pomodoro regularly received public commissions and produced a number of large outdoor structures. Pomodoro died in Milan, on 21 December 2002, aged 72. • Illustration — Sculpture. 1964 photo. • Illustration — 1965 • Illustration — 1965 • Illustration — 1965 • Illustration — 1965 • Illustration — 1965

The recorded working language is Italian. Places of work recorded in the authority are Florence and Milan. Residence is recorded at Milan. Work by Giò Pomodoro is recorded in the collections of Städel Museum, Minneapolis Institute of Art, Finnish National Gallery, Tate and National Gallery of Victoria. Distinctions recorded are Gold Medal of the Italian Order of Merit for Culture and Art and International Sculpture Center.

• Name — Giò Pomodoro • Birth Name — Giorgio Pomodoro • Born — 17 November 1930 • Birthplace — Orciano di Pesaro, Italy • Died — 21 December 2002 • Place of death — Milan, Italy • Known for — sculptor • Relatives — Arnaldo Pomodoro (brother)

Giò Pomodoro was recorded at birth as Giorgio Pomodoro. He also worked under the name Pomodoro, Gio. The authorities additionally record the headings Gio Pomodoro, Gò Pomodoro, Gió Pomodoro, Go Pomodoro and Giorgio Pomodoro. His recorded language was Italian.