Hermann Nitsch

Hermann Nitsch

1938-08-29

Biography

Hermann Nitsch was an Austrian avant-garde artist, known for his controversial performances and paintings. He was a founding member of the Viennese Actionism movement, which sought to challenge traditional art forms through provocative actions. Nitsch's Orgies Mysteries Theatre involved ritualistic performances that often included the use of animal blood and carcasses, aiming to evoke a primal response from the audience. His work has been both celebrated and criticized for its bold exploration of human instincts and societal taboos.

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365 Day Project

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He Stands in a Desert Counting the Seconds of His Life

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Christoph Schlingensief - Die Piloten

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Nitsch

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Documentazione Della Settimana Internazionale Della Performance

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The Action Art of Hermann Nitsch from Past to Present

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Frauenmuskel

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