The Museum of Contemporary Art is proud to announce the presentation of a monograph dedicated to the life and work of Ivan Picelj (1924-2011), one of the most significant and influential Croatian artists of the second half of the 20th century. Picelj’s art has left an indelible mark on the Croatian art scene, particularly through his promotion of abstract art in the early 1950s. During the 1960s, Picelj was a member of the group of artists who exhibited at the New Tendencies exhibitions, introducing constructivist and kinetic art. Deeply committed to his vision, Picelj sought to achieve active art – as articulated in his 1962 manifesto – art that interacts with and influences all aspects of life.
Picelj began his artistic career in the 1950s, actively participating in both the Croatian and international art scenes, where he exhibited alongside some of the most renowned constructivist artists in the world. Despite his extraordinary contributions, no comprehensive art monograph had been devoted to him – until now.
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of Ivan Picelj’s birth, the Museum of Contemporary Art is proud to honour this exceptional artist with this first monograph, which presents his remarkable oeuvre in the fields of painting, graphic arts, constructivist reliefs, and graphic design.
Lead partner: Provectus Capital Partners
The monograph was funded by the Ministry of Culture and Media of the Republic of Croatia and the Zagreb City Office for Culture and Civil Society.
Further sponsors include: Erste Bank, Keindl Sport, AVIVA Polyclinic
