Italian artist giuseppe penone biography

Italian artist and sculptor

Giuseppe Penone (born 3 April , Garessio) is an Italian artist and sculptor, known for his large-scale sculptures of trees. He is interested in the link between man and the natural world.^[1] His early work is often associated with the Arte povera movement.^[2] In , Penone was awarded the prestigious Praemium Imperiale award.^[3] He currently lives and works in Turin, Italy.^[1]

Early life and education

Giuseppe Penone was born on April 3, , in Garessio, Italy.^[1] In , he graduated from the Accademia Albertina in Turin, Italy, where he studied sculpture.^[4]

Works

Penone's sculptures, installations, and drawings are distinguished by his emphasis on process and his use of natural materials, such as clay, stone, metal, and wood.^[5] His work strives to assimilate the natural word with his artistic practice, unifying art and nature.^[5] More specifically