Rubén Martínez Bulnes
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Rubén Martínez | |
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| Born | Rubén Martínez Bulnes 7 July 1929 Universidad de El Salvador |
| Occupation(s) | Sculptor architect |
| Style | Modernism Abstract art |
Rubén Martínez Bulnes (7 July 1929 – 17 July 2023) was a Salvadoran architect and sculptor. He is considered the author of the country's most prolific sculptural art.[1]
Early life
His interest in art began in his infancy. As a young person he wanted to become an architect, but he ended up studying civil engineering like his father.[2] His career as a sculptor began when he collected metallic remains from the place where he studied. He received his first instruction from welders.
Career
The predominant material in his creations are metals and
His most important architectural work is the Iglesia El Rosario, located in the Historical Center of
Death
Martínez Bulnes died on 17 July 2023, at the age of 94.[7]
Recognition
In November 2012 he was recognized as Notable sculptor of El Salvador by the Legislative Assembly.
In April 2018 he was named Merited Son of San Salvador (Spanish: Hijo Meritísimo de San Salvador) by the Alcaldía of San Salvador in honor of his work.
References
- ^ Escultura tributo a Rubén Martínez
- ^ El Faro: Plática con Rubén Martínez
- ^ MARTE: Rubén Martínez
- ^ Declaran “Notable Escultor de El Salvador” al Arquitecto Rubén Martínez Bulnes
- ^ El Diario de Hoy: Iglesia El Rosario Diseño Único
- ^ El Diario de Hoy: El legado religioso de Rubén Martínez
- ^ Muere el arquitecto Rubén Martínez, creador de la iglesia El Rosario (in Spanish)