Ben Vautier
1935–2024

Introduction

Benjamin Vautier (French pronunciation: [bɛ̃(ʒamɛ̃) votje]; 18 July 1935 – 5 June 2024), also known mononymously as Ben, was a French visual artist.

Wikidata identifier

Q604546

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Introduction

French artist and agitator often worked under the single name Ben. He was a core member of Fluxus.

Country of birth

Italy

Roles

Artist, painter, performance artist, photographer, sculptor

ULAN identifier

500011704

Names

Ben Vautier, Ben, I Ben

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