An Architect and Artist of Argentina
Clorindo Manuel José Testa was an Italian-Argentine architect and artist. Born in Benevento near Naples, Italy, he graduated from the Faculty of Architecture at the Universidad de Buenos Aires in 1948. His path to architecture was shaped by his studies in naval engineering and then civil engineering. Following a two-year stay in Europe, he also became a painter.
As an architect, his style was influenced by his artistic nature, with projects characterized by the effects of colour, tension, metaphors, and plasticity. His notable architectural works include:
Recognition and Legacy
Testa was a leader of the Argentine rationalist movement and a pioneer of the brutalist movement in Argentina. His professional reach extended to international roles, such as serving as a member of the international jury that selected the architect for the Opera Bastille in Paris.
Throughout his career, he received the Konex Award, a prestigious award for visual arts in Argentina, in 1982, 1992, and 2012. He passed away in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Questions & Answers
Can I explore Clorindo Testa's works by subject?
The Subject Atlas page maps Clorindo Testa's artworks by subject.
In which historical period did Clorindo Testa work?
Clorindo Testa worked in the Modern period. The period situates the artist's activity in history.
How can I follow Clorindo Testa's work year by year?
Clorindo Testa's artworks can be seen in chronological order on the artist's Artwork Timeline page.
How many artworks by Clorindo Testa are available to browse?
You can browse 4 artworks by Clorindo Testa on the All Artworks page.
