Alejandro Sirio. The calligraphy of drawing l Exhibition

Mar 12, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026
About the event

If you are looking for a cultural plan that transports you to another era, you cannot miss this appointment at the Museo Nicanor Piñole. It is the perfect opportunity to discover the elegance and mastery of Alejandro Sirio, a fundamental illustrator who knew how to turn every stroke into an unmistakable signature. 🎨

The exhibition will be open to the public from March 12, 2026 to June 14, 2026. You will be able to enjoy this display at the Museo Nicanor Piñole, where a transversal journey through the work of this artist from Oviedo, a key reference of 20th-century Hispano-Argentine illustration, is presented.

A journey through his creative universe

The exhibition highlights the versatility of Sirio and that “calligraphy of drawing” that he himself considered the soul of his work. Through a very careful selection, you will be able to explore different facets of his legacy:

  • Twenty-two original illustrations belonging to the museum’s collection.
  • Outstanding copies from his bibliographic collection.
  • A personal selection of documents, photographs, sketches, and graphic works from his private archive.

It is fascinating to see how the artist managed to fuse Argentine and European influences to create his own language, elegant and full of personality. Do not miss the opportunity to get to know this multifaceted creator up close, who left an indelible mark on graphic art. ✨

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