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// Impronta del pollice sinistro (Left Thumbprint) by Piero Manzoni is a limited edition lithograph from 1960 that emphasizes individuality and identity through the unique imprint of a thumb. This piece, showcasing a highly magnified fingerprint, distills personal identity into an iconic, abstract form. By focusing on the biometrics of the human body, Manzoni elevates the ordinary into the realm of art, inviting reflection on themes of existence, self, and human uniqueness. The lithograph’s simple black-and-white contrast accentuates the intricate details of the fingerprint, making each line a testament to individuality. With an edition size of only 60, this work is a powerful example of Manzoni's conceptual exploration of identity.
Impronta del pollice sinistro, 1960
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// Impronta del pollice sinistro (Left Thumbprint) by Piero Manzoni is a limited edition lithograph from 1960 that emphasizes individuality and identity through the unique imprint of a thumb. This piece, showcasing a highly magnified fingerprint, distills personal identity into an iconic, abstract form. By focusing on the biometrics of the human body, Manzoni elevates the ordinary into the realm of art, inviting reflection on themes of existence, self, and human uniqueness. The lithograph’s simple black-and-white contrast accentuates the intricate details of the fingerprint, making each line a testament to individuality. With an edition size of only 60, this work is a powerful example of Manzoni's conceptual exploration of identity.
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Impronta Del Pollice Sinistro, 1960
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