Manuel Mendive (1944)
1944-12-15Havana, CubaCuba
Manuel Mendive
Manuel Mendive Hoyos is one of the leading Afro-Cuban artists to emerge from the revolutionary period, and is considered by many to be the most important Cuban artist living today.
Mendive's work incorporates several art mediums and genres. His art consists of drawing, painting, body painting, wood carving, sculpture, and performance that integrates loosely choreographed dance with rhythmic music.
Mendive's art is strongly influenced by the Santería religion. In fact, Santería permeates every form of his art from body painting to events performed in public spaces.
Date and place of birt: | 15 december 1944, Havana, Cuba |
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Nationality: | Cuba |
Period of activity: | XX, XXI century |
Specialization: | Artist, Graphic artist, Painter, Sculptor |
Genre: | Figurative art, Performance art |
Art style: | Naïve art, Contemporary art |
Technique: | Installation |