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José Muñoz Exhibition at Cartoonmuseum Basel

exhibition · 2026-06-01

The Cartoonmuseum Basel is currently hosting an exhibition dedicated to Argentine comic artist José Muñoz, known for revolutionizing the comic medium with his detective character Alack Sinner. Muñoz's work is characterized by his masterful use of light and shadow, rhythm, and mood, which has been described as pure music. His stories are set in the shadowy underworld of New York, where his protagonist ages and evolves over time. The exhibition highlights Muñoz's unique approach to the comic form, blending noir aesthetics with deep psychological insight.

Key facts

  • José Muñoz is an Argentine comic artist.
  • He created the detective character Alack Sinner.
  • Muñoz's work is known for its use of light and shadow, rhythm, and mood.
  • The Cartoonmuseum Basel is currently exhibiting his work.
  • His stories are set in New York's underworld.
  • Alack Sinner ages and evolves throughout the series.
  • Muñoz revolutionized the comic medium.
  • The exhibition is at Cartoonmuseum Basel.

Entities

Artists

  • José Muñoz

Institutions

  • Cartoonmuseum Basel

Locations

  • Basel
  • Switzerland
  • New York
  • United States

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