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jesús rafael soto

Born 1923 Died 2005 Works span 1969–2005

Jesús Rafael Soto: Pioneer of Kinetic Perception Jesús Rafael Soto (June 5, 1923 – January 14, 2005) was a Venezuelan kinetic and op artist, sculptor, and painter whose groundbreaking work fundamentally challenged conventional notions of visual perception. Born in Ciudad Bolívar, Venezuela, the eldest son of Emma Soto and Luis García Parra—a violin player—Soto’s artistic inclinations emerged early, fueled by a desire to contribute fin…

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1969

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2005

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Chronological Journey

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jesús rafael soto

1923 – 2005

The Lifeline

Chapters — Career Periods

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Colour Band — Movement Drift

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