Birthdate: September 11, 1940
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Genoa, Italy
Died: April 29, 2020
Germano Celant is a prominent figure in the art world, credited with coining the term “Arte Povera” to describe the minimalist art of post-WWII Italian artists. He began as a contributor to the Geneva-based art magazine “Marcatrè” and later became the curator of New York’s Guggenheim museum and Director of Milan’s Prada Foundation. Celant is also a prolific author, having written numerous books on art. His work as an art historian, critic, and curator has significantly influenced the understanding and appreciation of contemporary art.
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