Germano Celant

Germano Celant was an influential Italian art historian and critic, best known for founding the concept of "Arte Povera" in the 1960s. Arte Povera, which means "poor art," is an art movement that used humble, everyday materials to challenge traditional, commercial art practices and emphasize materiality and process. Celant’s work helped shift how people think about contemporary art, highlighting its connection to social, political, and environmental issues. He also contributed to curating and writing about art, shaping modern understanding of experimental and avant-garde practices.