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Contemporary Art
In the wake of the big three, Barcelona has been a minor cauldron of activity, dominated by
the figure of Antoni Tàpies (1923-2012). Early in his career (from the mid-1940s onwards)
he seemed keen on self-portraits, but also experimented with collage using all sorts of ma-
terials, from wood to rice.
A poet, artist and man of theatre, Joan Brossa (1921-98) was a cultural beacon in Bar-
celona. His 'visual poems', lithographs and other artworks in which letters generally figure,
along with all sorts of objects, make his world accessible to those who can't read his
Catalan poetry.
Joan Hernández Pijuan (1931-2005), one of Barcelona's most important 20th-century
abstract painters, produced work concentrating on natural shapes and figures, often using
neutral colours on different surfaces.
Jaume Plensa (b 1955) is possibly Spain's best contemporary sculptor. His work ranges
from sketches, through sculpture, to video and other installations that have been shown
around the world.
Susana Solano (b 1946), one of Barcelona's best painters and sculptors, also works with
video installations, collages and jewellery.
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