Giuseppe Ajmone

Place: Carpignano Sesia

Born: 1923

Death: 2005

Biography:

Early Life and Education

, a renowned Italian painter, was born in Carpignano Sesia, Italy in 1923. He moved to Milan in 1941 to study at the Brera Academy under the guidance of Achille Funi and Carlo Carrà.

Artistic Career

Ajmone's artistic career was marked by his participation in various exhibitions, including the Manifesto del Realismo (also known as Oltre Guernica) in 1946. He received an award at the First National Exhibition of Painting at Bellagio. In 1950, he participated in the 25th International exhibition at the Biennale of Venice, followed by the Premio Senatore Borletti for young Italian painters in 1951.

International Exhibitions and Collaborations

Ajmone's work was showcased globally, including:

• Biennale di San Paolo del Brasile (1951 and 1959)
• Biennale Internazionale di Tokyo (1959)
• Pittsburgh International Museum of Art (1955 and 1958)
• Copenhagen, Dortmund, Nuremberg, and Buenos Aires

Notable Works and Style

Ajmone's paintings often featured landscapes and semi-abstract figures. His style was influenced by notable artists such as Bonnard, Picasso, Braque, and Nicolas De Staël. However, Ajmone's work was characterized by its subtlety, melancholy, and intimacy.

Later Life and Legacy

Ajmone settled in Romagnano Sesia (Novara) in 1982, where he lived until his passing in 2005. His legacy continues to be celebrated through various exhibitions and the conservation of his work. View Giuseppe Ajmone's Artworks on Wikioo.org:

• Giuseppe Ajmone | 10 Artworks
• Giuseppe Ajmone: Nudo alla finestra (Museo del Novecento, Milan, Italy)