This poster represents the 11th edition of the Bienal de San Juan, one of Latin America’s most important printmaking biennials, founded in 1970 to elevate the visibility of Caribbean and Latin American graphic arts. By 1991, the Bienal had become an international institution, showcasing emerging and established printmakers, exploring political themes, and celebrating the rich diversity of regional serigraphy and engraving. Hosted at El Arsenal de la Puntilla, the event reflected Puerto Rico’s role as a cultural hub in hemispheric printmaking.
Luis Alonso’s design transforms the number “91” into a dynamic graphic composition filled with swirling textures, linear patterns, and vibrant colors. These layered elements symbolize the diversity of artistic voices participating in the biennial. The poster merges abstraction with institutional identity, demonstrating how Puerto Rican poster artists used modernist language to create memorable visual branding for major cultural events.
This poster represents the 11th edition of the Bienal de San Juan, one of Latin America’s most important printmaking biennials, founded in 1970 to elevate the visibility of Caribbean and Latin American graphic arts. By 1991, the Bienal had become an international institution, showcasing emerging and established printmakers, exploring political themes, and celebrating the rich diversity of regional serigraphy and engraving. Hosted at El Arsenal de la Puntilla, the event reflected Puerto Rico’s role as a cultural hub in hemispheric printmaking.
Luis Alonso’s design transforms the number “91” into a dynamic graphic composition filled with swirling textures, linear patterns, and vibrant colors. These layered elements symbolize the diversity of artistic voices participating in the biennial. The poster merges abstraction with institutional identity, demonstrating how Puerto Rican poster artists used modernist language to create memorable visual branding for major cultural events.
!! Print has slightly folded edges !!
Authenticity: Signed
Condition: 4/5
Career: Established Career Artist
Print Age: 34
Size: 26 x 40 inches
Rarity: Unnumbered
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