Juan Downey

1940–1993

Introduction

Juan Downey (May 11, 1940 – June 9, 1993) was a Chilean artist who was a pioneer in the fields of video art and interactive art.

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Q3817219

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Country of birth

Chile

Roles

Artist, architect, graphic artist, painter, performance artist, photographer, video artist

ULAN identifier

500064742

Names

Juan Downey, Joan Downey

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First acquired
2021

Date of birth
May 11, 1940

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2 works

On the Hour

A 30-second online art project:
Maya Man, A Realistic Day In My Life Living In New York City

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Learn more at whitney.org/artport

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