Otto Muehl
Austrian-Portuguese painter and director
Austrian-Portuguese painter and director
Born in 1925, this artist worked primarily in the visual arts and theater. He was a key figure in the Viennese Actionism movement, known for avant-garde performances that challenged societal norms. Muehl founded the 'Actionism' group, which promoted radical performance art in the 1960s. In 1970, he established a commune in Portugal that blended art with communal living. His work often involved provocative themes that aimed to provoke social and emotional engagement.
Pioneered the Viennese Actionism movement
Founded a commune in Portugal focusing on art and community
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