As part of the BIENALSUR, the National Museum of Fine Arts will present two works by Italian artist Michelangelo Pistoletto in the central hall and living room 10 the traditional venue located on the Avenida del Libertador 1473.

Pistoletto is one of the true architects of Arte Povera, current during the 70s' was a very critical reflection on the means that art builds his scenes.

In its realization, the artist explores new languages (performances, happenings o videoinstalaciones), through the use of humble materials. Thus is of unusual characteristics and causes a deviation in everyday life, as well as in our concept of work of art.

As for the exhibits (which may be from the 23 June to 25 of August), It is "Segno Arte" and the "Venus of rags". The first is a door designed according to body measurements artist.

Pistoletto created with her to "Vitruvian Man" by Leonardo da Vinci and places man as the key to all things. On the other hand, demystify and humanize invites art.

The "Venus of rags", while, It is the iconic work of arte povera, held in museums worldwide. It Pistoletto placed a sculpture of the goddess in dialogue with a mountain of used clothing. In this way, links the classic concept of the sublime to the ordinary life.

Times to visit these works are Tuesday through Friday 11 a 20 or on Saturdays and Sundays 10 a 20.