About Nelson Leirner
Lived 1932 – 2020 (aged 88). Nelson Leirner was a Brazilian painter, conceptual artist and artist.
Nelson Leirner (1932 – March 7, 2020) was a Brazilian artist. Leirner has participated in several exhibitions in Brazil and abroad. In 1997, he moved to Rio de Janeiro and began teaching at the Escola de Artes Visuais do Parque Lage. He lives and works in Rio de Janeiro.
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Who was Nelson Leirner?
painter, draftsman, set designer, teacher, director of Brazilian happenings and installations. (1932-2020)
When was Nelson Leirner born?
Nelson Leirner was born on 16 January 1932 in São Paulo.
When did Nelson Leirner die?
Nelson Leirner died on 7 March 2020 in Rio de Janeiro.
What was Nelson Leirner's occupation?
Nelson Leirner was a painter, conceptual artist and artist.
What nationality was Nelson Leirner?
Nelson Leirner was Brazilian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Nelson Leirner. https://biography.guide/nelson-leirner/
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