Jorge Damiani (1934 – 2010): A Pioneer of Uruguayan Abstract Expressionism Jorge Damiani, born in Montevideo, Uruguay, in 1934, was a pivotal figure in Uruguayan art history—a sculptor and painter who carved out a distinctive path through the landscape of mid-century modernism. His artistic journey began at the Círculo de Bellas Artes in Montevideo, where he honed his skills and developed an uncompromising style characterized by bold colors, geometric forms, and a profound exploration of visual abstraction. Damiani’s work stands as testament to Uruguay's burgeoning creative spirit during thi…