Benjamin Solari Parravicini

Benjamin Solari Parravicini (1898-1974), born in Buenos Aires, Argentina on August 8, was an artist. He was professor at the Liceo de España, manager of the Department of Arts at the Banco Municipal of Buenos Aires and director of the Exhibition Gallery of the Municipality of Buenos Aires, Secretary of the Association for the Development of Arts in 1948. Parravicini also promoted several arts related projects in Buenos Aires.

Overview

There is a popular belief that Parravicini was a prophet and was taught to paint by an angel. It is also believed that he knew about the indigo children before they became popular. It is said that he prophesied of a "Gray man", probably a politic or spiritual leader, who would save Argentina.

Artistic Work (Exhibitions)

*1927 – Exposición Comunal
*1929 – Friends of Art (Amigos del Arte) Buenos Aires
*1935 – Camati
*1947 – Association for the promotion of arts

References

• Merlino, Adrián “"Diccionario de Artistas Plásticos de la Argentina"”.—Buenos Aires, 1954. Pag. 347.