A central figure in Spanish conceptual art, Àngel Jové (1940–2023) was born in Lleida and began his creative career by founding the Cogul group in 1964, championing informalism and pop art. Educated in architecture, Jové’s art traversed the boundaries of painting, film, and design, often incorporating “poor” materials to evoke mystery and rebellion. His design collaborations, notably with Santiago Roqueta, led to iconic creations like the Babel and Zeleste lamps—manifestos of industrial Arte Povera. Jové’s work, exhibited internationally, revitalized Spanish culture and left an indelible imprint across disciplines from visual art to cinema and product design.
A central figure in Spanish conceptual art, Àngel Jové (1940–2023) was born in Lleida and began his creative career by founding the Cogul group in 1964, championing informalism and pop art. Educated in architecture, Jové’s art traversed the boundaries of painting, film, and design, often incorporating “poor” materials to evoke mystery and rebellion. His design collaborations, notably with Santiago Roqueta, led to iconic creations like the Babel and Zeleste lamps—manifestos of industrial Arte Povera. Jové’s work, exhibited internationally, revitalized Spanish culture and left an indelible imprint across disciplines from visual art to cinema and product design.
