Emilio Isgrò on Art, Identity, and Freedom in Finarte Video Interview
In a video portrait curated by Finarte, Emilio Isgrò (born 1936 in Barcellona Pozzo di Gotto) discusses his work "Dichiaro di non essere Emilio Isgrò" (1971), which explores identity through negation, likening it to Odysseus calling himself "Nobody." The Sicilian artist, known for his research on the relationship between word and image, touches on Visual Poetry, the art market, and the absolute freedom of art. The work will be included in a Modern and Contemporary Art auction on May 30 at La Permanente in Milan.
Key facts
- Emilio Isgrò was born in 1936 in Barcellona Pozzo di Gotto.
- The video interview was curated by Finarte.
- Isgrò's work 'Dichiaro di non essere Emilio Isgrò' dates from 1971.
- The work addresses identity by negation, referencing Odysseus.
- Isgrò is known for exploring the relationship between word and image.
- The interview covers Visual Poetry and the art market.
- Isgrò emphasizes freedom as an absolute prerogative of art.
- The artwork will be auctioned on May 30 at La Permanente in Milan.
Entities
Artists
- Emilio Isgrò
Institutions
- Finarte
- La Permanente
Locations
- Barcellona Pozzo di Gotto
- Milan
- Italy