42nd Venice Biennale


The 42nd Venice Biennale, held in 1986, was an exhibition of international contemporary art, with 40 participating nations. The Venice Biennale takes place biennially in Venice, Italy. Prizewinners of the 42nd Biennale included: Frank Auerbach and Sigmar Polke, the French pavilion with Daniel Buren, Nunzio Di Stefano, and Golden Lion in memory of sculptor Fausto Melotti. These were the first Biennale prizes awarded since 1968.

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