early life and career juan del prete, an italian-born self-taught painter, draughtsman, and sculptor, migrated to argentina in 1909. born in 1897, del prete's work would become a crucial element in the development of argentine modern and non-figurative art. artistic style and contributions del prete's artistic style is characterized by abstract shapes and forms, often with a strong emphasis on texture and materiality. this pioneering approach to abstract art in argentina has made him a central figure in the country's contemporary art scene. notable works and exhibitions * juan del prete's wor…