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Mario Schifano Decorative Objects

Italian, 1934-1998
Mario Schifano (1934-1968) is considered one of the most significant artists of Italian postmodernism. He worked in numerous media throughout his career, but is perhaps best known for his collages consisting of advertising, scrap paper and painted components. During the latter half of his career, Schifano’s work became increasingly political as he explored issues such as the Vietnam War and widespread social unrest through both film and photography. Born in 1934 in Libya, Schifano and his family relocated to Rome after World War II. With little interest in formal schooling, Schifano took up painting independently and began producing mixed-media works, primarily utilizing monochromatic canvases with glued wrapping paper and stenciling applied. These works garnered critical acclaim, and were followed by a number of exhibitions both in Italy and the US. In 1962 he was included in New Realists, an important group show at the Sidney Janis Gallery in New York alongside artists such as Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein. Often employing elements of pop culture, such as brand logos and advertisements, his work is largely considered within the context of Pop art. Although Schifano was consistently productive and critically acclaimed, he struggled with drug addiction for most of his life, a habit that resulted in multiple arrests, which led the artist to label his career maldoto – cursed. He died at the age of 63 in Rome in 1998 (Ref: Sotheby's). His artworks have sold for over 1M€ at Sotheby's.
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Creator: Mario Schifano
Sculpture "Costruzioni Di Oasi", Design Mario Schifano, Italy 1979
Sculpture "Costruzioni Di Oasi", Design Mario Schifano, Italy 1979

Sculpture "Costruzioni Di Oasi", Design Mario Schifano, Italy 1979

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Sculpture "Costruzioni di Oasi", designed and produced by Mario Schifano in 1979. These sculptures were made in 100 pieces; the one for sale is numero 55 as per the engraving on the...

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Mario Schifano decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Mario Schifano decorative objects are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Mario Schifano decorative objects, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original decorative objects by Mario Schifano were created in the mid-century modern style in italy during the 1970s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider decorative objects by Nerone and Patuzzi, Toni Zuccheri, and Angelo Brotto. Prices for Mario Schifano decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $12,205 and can go as high as $12,205, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $12,205.