This manifesto was created by Gino Boccasile around 1940. Boccasile was an Italian illustrator and graphic designer, and one of the most significant poster artists of the Fascist era.
Born in Bari on 14 July 1901, Boccasile established himself as a major figure in European graphic design through his work in advertising and poster production. He gained international recognition for his distinctive visual approach and commercial illustrations. His career spanned the interwar period and beyond, marked by contributions to Milan’s design scene after he relocated there in 1925.
About Gino Boccasile
Boccasile completed his studies at the fine art school in his hometown before moving to Milan, where he worked at the Mauzan-Morzenti Agency and later founded his own publicity agency, ACTA, in Galleria del Corso. His work extended across poster design, fashion magazine illustration, and commercial graphics. He maintained an international profile, having worked in Buenos Aires and Paris during the 1930s before returning to Milan.
Details
- Creator: Gino Boccasile
- Date: circa 1940
- Medium: Poster
- Movement: Fascist-era graphic design
- Artist lifespan: 1901–1952
Frequently asked questions
Who was Gino Boccasile?
Gino Boccasile was an Italian illustrator and graphic designer born in Bari in 1901. He was one of the most important poster artists of the Fascist era, working across advertising, fashion illustration, and commercial design throughout Europe.
What was Boccasile’s career path?
After studying at the fine art school in Bari, Boccasile moved to Milan in 1925 and gained employment at the Mauzan-Morzenti Agency. He later worked in Buenos Aires and Paris during the 1930s before returning to Milan, where he established his own publicity agency called ACTA.
When did Boccasile live?
Gino Boccasile lived from 14 July 1901 to 10 May 1952, spanning a career that encompassed the interwar period and the immediate postwar years.
