Manuel Rivera: A Pioneer of Spanish Abstract Expressionism Manuel Rivera (1927-1995) stands as a pivotal figure in the evolution of Spanish art, a sculptor and painter whose career spanned decades of artistic experimentation and profound influence. Born in Granada, his journey from traditional training to groundbreaking abstraction reflects not only his personal artistic development but also the broader shifts occurring within the Spanish art world during the mid-20th century. Initially rooted in the established practices of mural painting and fresco, Rivera’s trajectory ultimately led him t…