The content discusses artistic influences from the 1950s and 1960s, mentioning artists such as Pierre Soulage, George Matthieu, and Luigi Pericle. It contrasts the revolutionary tone of the 1960s with Pericle’s conservative stance, which was rooted in ancient spiritual traditions, opposing the era’s more vulgar tendencies. The mention of the Tooth Gallery highlights a more conservative art scene during this period. Additionally, the text references insights from Mr. Guido Magnaguagno, highlighting Pericle’s disillusionment with the cultural shifts of the 1960s, ultimately leading to his retreat to Ascona. Links to relevant video content are provided for further exploration.
We openly suggest some inspirations from artists of the same informal period (’50/’60) :
The opposite way in the 60’s was wild, revolutionary and crazy. Luigi Pericle was really a conservative, bound to ancient spiritual traditions and against all kind of vulgarity. You can see in this video how the 60’s swinged in London …
The Tooth Gallery (pretty conservative for the 60’s !)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arthur_Tooth_%26_Sons
I think we can understand better why Luigi Pericle decided to retire in Ascona disappointed by the new 60’s years athmosphere …
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Mr. Guido Magnaguagno (former Kunsthaus Zürich director) on Luigi Pericle’s discovery
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