Early Life and Education

• Born: Madrid, Spain (1920)
• Died: 2014
• Fled the Spanish Civil War in 1937 with his family, relocating to Buenos Aires, Argentina.
• Began artistic training in the 1940s under the Catalan painter Vicente Puig.

Artistic Style and Development

• Initially explored figurative art before transitioning to abstraction.
• Joined *artistas modernos de la argentina* (GAMA) group, influenced by Aldo Pellegrini.
• Characterized by geometric style, influenced by the abstract art movement.
• Paintings feature bold colors and shapes, creating a sense of dynamism and energy.
• Incorporated urban elements like manhole covers and cityscapes into his work during his time in New York.
• Experimented with techniques such as frottage and aluminum foil relief.

Major Works and Exhibitions

• Notable works: Center of the City (displayed at MACBA, Buenos Aires), Woman from Cairo at her Door (in the Colección Andrés Blaisten).
• Exhibited in numerous galleries and institutions including: Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía (Madrid), Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum (New York), Museo del Prado (Madrid), Fundación Joan Miró (Barcelona).
• Participated in international art fairs, including the Museu de Arte Moderna in Rio de Janeiro and the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam.
• Awarded prizes by the Guggenheim Museum and the Torcuato Di Tella Institute.

Influences and Legacy

• Influences: Abstract Art Movement.
• Considered one of the most important Latin American artists of the 20th century.
• His geometric style has had a lasting impact on the art world.
• Works are held in significant collections including Colección Andrés Blaisten, Museo Sorolla, and Syracuse University Art Collection.
• His legacy continues to be celebrated by art enthusiasts worldwide.

Personal Life and Collaborations

• Married to fellow artist Sarah Grilo.
• Their shared artistic journey significantly influenced each other's work.
• The couple traveled extensively, experiencing diverse cultural influences that shaped their artistic perspectives.