Remembering Milan Knížák, Simone Forti, and Francisco Correa Cordero
This week, we honor a Czech Fluxus artist, a pioneering choreographer, and a promising gallery director.
In Memoriam pays tribute to three influential figures who departed in the art world. Milan Knížák, a Czech performance artist, sculptor, and musician, passed away in 2026. He was a key figure in the Fluxus movement, known for his participatory happenings and noise music performances. He held significant roles such as director of the Czech National Gallery in Prague from 1999 to 2011, and was a professor of intermedia at the Academy of Fine Arts in Prague.
Knížák was honored with the nation's Medal of Merit in 2010, and his works are part of renowned collections including the Museum of Modern Art, the Whitney Museum of American Art, and Tate Gallery in London. The Metelkova Museum in Slovenia praised his work for challenging traditional perceptions of art and fostering international artistic networks that defied political boundaries.
Simone Forti, a pioneering choreographer, also lost her life in 2026. She was born in 1935 and left a lasting impact on the world of dance. Forti's innovative choreography and dedication to the art form contributed significantly to the evolution of modern dance. While the source does not provide specific details about her later life or career, her legacy is remembered for her contributions to the artistic landscape.
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