Carlos Regazzoni facts for kids
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Carlos Regazzoni
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Regazzoni in 2005
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| Born | 1 December 1943 |
| Died | 26 April 2020 (aged 76) Buenos Aires, Argentina
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| Nationality | Argentine |
| Occupation | Sculptor |
Carlos Regazzoni (born December 1, 1943 – died April 26, 2020) was a famous Argentine sculptor. He was known for creating amazing art from old, discarded materials. He often used parts from trains and other metal scraps to make his unique sculptures.
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The Life of Carlos Regazzoni
Carlos Regazzoni was born in Comodoro Rivadavia, a city in Chubut Province, Argentina. He began his journey as an artist in the gallery of Teresa de Anchorena. This was where his talent first started to shine.
Becoming Famous in France
In 1991, Carlos Regazzoni became well-known in France. This happened after a short film about him, called El Gato del Hábitat Viejo, won an award at a film festival in Vendôme. The French national railway company, SNCF, noticed his unique sculptures. They became interested in using his art to decorate their train stations.
After a special art show at the Gare de l'Est train station in Paris, the SNCF gave him a studio. This studio was located in the 18th arrondissement of Paris, a famous area in the city.
New Opportunities and Moving Studios
Carlos Regazzoni was later invited to show his art at a big event. This event celebrated "One Hundred Years of French Aviation." This led to a very successful time for him, with many people wanting to buy his art.
In 2006, he had to move his studio because of a new building project called ZAC Pajol. He then moved many of his sculptures to a beautiful castle in Fontaine-Française.
Returning to Argentina
Eventually, Regazzoni returned to his home country, Argentina. He opened a new workshop in Buenos Aires, right near the Retiro train station. He often welcomed visitors to his workshop. Here, he found his favorite tool: the acetylene torch. This tool uses a very hot flame to cut and shape metal.
Carlos Regazzoni passed away on April 26, 2020, in Buenos Aires. He was 76 years old.
Carlos Regazzoni's Amazing Artworks
Carlos Regazzoni often used old, empty airplane hangars as his art studios. He liked to call these large spaces his "railway castles." He even turned old, unused train wagons into places where he could live and work.
His Unique Artistic Style
His artworks were often described as very powerful and imaginative. People sometimes compared his style to the famous Spanish artist Salvador Dalí. Another Argentine sculptor, Roman Alegre, considered himself a student of Regazzoni's.
Carlos Regazzoni often showed his artworks in public places in Buenos Aires. However, he never entered his art into competitions. He simply wanted people to enjoy his creations.
Where You Can See His Art
Carlos Regazzoni's sculptures are part of several important art collections around the world.
- Latin American Art Museum of Buenos Aires: This museum in Argentina has some of his works.
- Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris: You can also find his art in this modern art museum in Paris, France.
- Sculptures in Bariloche: He created sculptures in this Argentine city that honor the native people of the region.
- Pico Truncado's dinosaur, Patagonius Saurius: In 1997, the Bridas Corporation asked him to create a dinosaur sculpture. He made this huge dinosaur using waste materials from the petroleum industry.
See also
In Spanish: Carlos Regazzoni para niños
