Jorge Oteiza: Life and Legacy Early Life and Education Born: Jorge de Oteiza Embil on October 21, 1908, in Orio, Gipuzkoa, Spain. Oteiza’s early life was marked by a strong connection to his Basque heritage and the surrounding landscape. This would profoundly influence his artistic vision. He initially pursued studies in architecture but soon gravitated towards sculpture and painting. Years in South America (1935-1948) Exile and Artistic Development: In 1935, anticipating the Spanish Civil War, Oteiza moved to Buenos Aires, Argentina. This period was crucial for his artistic deve…