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On this day in history: birth of Futurist Fortunato Depero

March 30, 2025March 30, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Fortunato Depero, a key figure in Italy’s Futurist movement, was born on 30 March 1892 in the Trentino region. Depero was a painter, sculptor, and graphic designer. However, he is best remembered for creating the distinctive conical Campari Soda bottle, which remains an icon of Italian design today.

On this day in history: artist Umberto Boccioni born

October 20, 2024October 21, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Umberto Boccioni, one of the most influential artists of the early 20th century, was born on 20th October 1882. He was a driving force behind the Futurist movement.

Dynamism of a dog on a leash By Giacomo Balla - Albright–Knox Art Gallery, Public Domain, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=57065167

On this day in history: Giacomo Balla, artist, born

July 17, 2024July 17, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Giacomo Balla, born on 17th July 1871, in Turin, was a seminal figure in the development of Italian Futurism, an artistic and social movement that emphasised speed, technology, youth, and the power of modernity.