In this way, an encounter occurs between the archaic American world, with its formal and spiritual essences, and the aesthetic model of modernity. Once again, their ties and affinities are highlighted, through the original matrix that this artist—at the height of his career—has managed to give them.
The inheritance received and renovated from Universal Constructivism—full of spirituality and completely current, bearing a personal mark that is no less powerful, its mutations showing it to be alive and dynamic—is very present in this artist’s creations.”
Fermín Févre – Writer and Art critic - June 1994.
Documentary on Alberto Delmonte’s work: "Signos de la memoria" [Memory’s Signs].
"For me, painting should be founded on what is aesthetic and vital. If it contains only vitality, but is not aesthetic, it is worth little, and if it is aesthetic, but has no vitality, it is a formal, decorative element, but also lacks content. It therefore must be nourished by both of these elements, which are intrinsic to all good painting; it needs to be vital and to be aesthetic. After all, art is always a human refinement, and when it is not, one must begin to have doubts.”
The word
Texts
Bibliography
Alberto Delmonte’s work has been distinguished in numerous national as well as international publications. Outstanding among these are three books published on his work and extensive career.
Critiques
The most highly respected art critics have evaluated his work, putting his rich legacy into words. The texts presented here confirm Alberto Delmonte as one of the most important representatives of Argentine art.
Writing
Alberto Delmonte wrote about his ethical and aesthetic convictions in a clear and insightful manner. These texts are a veritable art manifesto, firmly supported by his knowledge of visual language and anchored by the roots of deepest America.
Works
Painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking
