Ettore Sordini was an Italian artist whose work and influence spanned several decades of the 20th century, leaving a distinct mark on the Italian and international art scene. Born on August 24, 1934, in Milan, Kingdom of Italy, Sordini's early life was steeped in the rich cultural milieu of post-war Italy, a period that saw a burgeoning avant-garde movement seeking to redefine the boundaries of artistic expression. Sordini's artistic journey began at the Brera Academy in Milan, where he immersed himself in the study of art and honed his skills. His initial forays into the art world were characterized by abstract works, which he first showcased at the Triennale di Milano in 1954. This early exposure to the art community marked the beginning of a lifelong commitment to artistic innovation and exploration. During the latter half of the 1950s, Sordini's path intersected with several key figures in the Italian avant-garde, including Lucio Fontana, Corrado Cagli, and Giulio Turcato. It was also during this time that he developed a close relationship with Piero Manzoni, a friendship and collaboration that would significantly shape his artistic direction. Together with Manzoni and other contemporaries, Sordini became a proponent of the Nuclear Art movement, which sought to capture the existential angst of the nuclear age through a new visual language. Sordini's involvement with the Nuclear Art movement was marked by his participation in the "Arte Nuclear 1957" group exhibition at Galleria San Fedele in Milan. This exhibition brought together a constellation of artists, including Enrico Baj, Yves Klein, and the Pomodoro brothers, who collectively challenged the prevailing artistic norms and sought to articulate a new artistic vision for a world overshadowed by the threat of nuclear annihilation. In the realm of manifestos and artistic declarations, Sordini was an active participant and signatory. He contributed to several manifestos that articulated the philosophies and intentions of the groups he was affiliated with, including the rejection of Abstract Art and Arte Informale. These manifestos served as rallying points for artists who were eager to break free from the constraints of traditional art forms and embrace a more radical approach to creation. One of the pivotal moments in Sordini's career came in 1962 when he, along with Angelo Verga, Agostino Ferrari, Arturo Vermi, Ugo La Pietra, and the poet Alberto Lùcia, formed the Gruppo del Cenobio. This collective aimed to combat the nihilistic tendencies of the time and sought to create art that was both personal and reflective of the human condition. The group's activities included a series of exhibitions at Galleria il Cenobio in Milan and other venues, which showcased their commitment to a more expressive and sign-based form of art. Sordini's later years saw him establish himself in Rome after participating in the Venice Biennale in 1966. In Rome, he continued to exhibit his work, both in solo and group shows, and remained an active figure in the national art scene. His exhibitions were held at notable galleries such as Galleria l'Oca, Galleria Romera, and Galleria La Salita, and he was featured in major national exhibitions, including "Linee della ricerca artistica italiana" at the Palazzo delle Esposizioni. Throughout his career, Sordini's work was documented and analyzed in various catalogues and publications, which provided insight into his evolving artistic philosophy and practice. His contributions to the art world were recognized posthumously with a major retrospective exhibition titled "Nel segno del segno" at Palazzo Stellina in Milan in March 2013, marking the fiftieth anniversary of the Gruppo del Cenobio's first exhibition. Ettore Sordini passed away on October 27, 2012, in Fossombrone, Italian Republic. His legacy is one of a passionate and innovative artist who, alongside his contemporaries, sought to redefine the essence of art in a rapidly changing world. His work remains a testament to the power of collaboration, the importance of artistic manifestos, and the enduring quest for new modes of expression in the face of societal and existential challenges.

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