Arte Povera

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Refers to the Italian art movement of the 1970s that was analogous to the Minimalist and Conceptual Art movement in North America. The style is characterized by the use of intentionally humble and worthless materials, and artistic expression through happenings and installations, with often obscure or conflicting meanings.
Arte Povera
Accepted term: 13-May-2024