This manifesto dates to 1929 and was created by Mario Bazzi, an Italian illustrator and painter born in Bologna in 1891.
Bazzi established his career in the postwar years as an illustrator, caricaturist, and advertising designer for newspapers, magazines, and publishing houses. His practice encompassed portraiture, poster design, and editorial illustration. Works by Bazzi are held in the collections of the Cariplo Foundation.
About Mario Bazzi
Bazzi served as an alpine soldier during the First World War. After the conflict, he became a prolific contributor to the Italian press and a sought-after commercial artist, working across multiple media and genres throughout the interwar period and beyond until his death in Milan in 1954.
Details
- Creator: Mario Bazzi
- Year: 1929
- Type: Manifesto
- Artist nationality: Italian
- Collections: Fondazione Cariplo
Frequently asked questions
Who was Mario Bazzi?
Mario Bazzi was an Italian illustrator and painter born in Bologna in 1891 who worked extensively as a designer for newspapers, magazines, and advertising agencies during the interwar period. He died in Milan in 1954.
What kind of work did Bazzi create?
Bazzi worked as an illustrator, caricaturist, portrait painter, and advertising poster designer, contributing to publications and commercial enterprises throughout his career.
Where can Bazzi’s work be seen?
Works by Bazzi are held in the art collections of the Fondazione Cariplo in Italy.
