Mario Schifano

Mario Schifano (1934–1998) was an Italian painter, collagist and film director.

Mario Schifano in brief

Born
1934
Died
1998
Known for
painter, collagist, film director, illustrator and artist
Place of birth
Al Khums
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Overview

Born at Al Khums in 1934, died at Rome in 1998.

In detail

the recorded working language is Italian.

The field of work recorded is painting, illustration and film direction. The authority associates the name with pop art.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Rome and New York City.

Works named in the authority record are Palm Springs (Schifano).

Work by Mario Schifano is recorded in the collections of National Gallery of Australia.

Distinctions recorded are Premio Michetti.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Mario Schifano”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q1411112: Mario Schifano

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Elsewhere in Illustration

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