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It is impossible to imagine Arte Povera without Azioni Povere.0From 1959 to 1979, the work of the artists associated with this movement was largely defined by actions. This richly illustrated publication examines Azioni Povere and its characteristics.0For the first time it provides annotated catalogues raisonnés of the diverse actions. Furthermore, comprehensive photographic documentary material illustrates the virulence and vibrancy of this period in Italy.0A picture essay serves as the prelude, followed by introductory essays and texts on the respective characteristics of the artistic praxis.0Discussions with contemporary witnesses and entries on important keywords, incidents and places, such as Aktionsraum 1 in Munich, the Piper Pluriclub in Turin and Galerie L?Attico in Rome, complement the wide-ranging material, which was sourced from the archives of the artists, from artist estates, photographers, gallerists and collectors.00Exhibition: Kunstmuseum Liechtenstein, Vaduz, Liechtenstein (07.06. - 01.09.2019) / MAMC+ Musée d?art moderne et contemporain, Saint-Étienne, France (30.11.2019 - 03.05.2020)