Emilio Vedova: Revolution Vedova

A radical artist and pioneer of Arte Informale, bearing witness to events that left their mark on the century

Self-taught Italian painter Emilio Vedova (1919–2006) is known for his raw, visceral and historically informed works that reflect strong political convictions. His dark, expressive compositions are titled after tumultuous movements from his lifetime: from the Prague Spring to the Years of Lead.