Arnaldo Pomodoro, a celebrated Italian sculptor, is renowned for his striking sculptures that combine geometric complexity with an exploration of decay and renewal. If you’re seeking original Arnaldo Pomodoro prints and editions for sale or would like to sell, request a complimentary valuation and browse our network’s most in-demand works.
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Born in Morciano, Emilia-Romagna, Italy, in 1926, Pomodoro's early life was set against the backdrop of a country reeling from the impact of war. His formative years revealed an inclination towards the arts, leading him to pursue studies in stage design and goldsmithing, disciplines that would later inform his works. Pomodoro's initial foray into art was not through sculpture but rather through painting, a medium he explored before his fascination with three-dimensional form took precedence.
The evolution of Pomodoro's trajectory saw him hone in on sculpture in the 1950s, where he began experimenting with geometrical shapes, using materials such as bronze, gold, and fibreglass to create his iconic works. The sculptor's oeuvre is characterised by a tension between the smooth outer surfaces of his pieces and the complex, intricate cores that lie beneath, often revealed through segments or cracks in the exterior. These textures and finishes symbolise the dichotomy of the external versus the internal, the known versus the enigmatic.
A critical moment in Pomodoro's career came in the 1960s when he was invited to participate in the Venice Biennale, this time winning the International Prize for Sculpture. His large-scale sculptures, such as Sphere Within Sphere, became instantly recognisable symbols of his mastery over form and material. Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Pomodoro expanded his practice to include architectural projects, creating large-scale installations that merged art with the urban landscape.
His collaborative engagements and influences are as varied as his works. Pomodoro was deeply moved by the abstract expressions of American artists during his stay in California and by the creative fervour in Milan, where he interacted with luminaries like Lucio Fontana and Enrico Baj. These interactions further shaped his conceptual and technical prowess, leading to a distinctive style that stands at the intersection of Modernism and Abstraction.
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