Olga Fisch: Habitar el Mundo

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A landmark publication exploring the life, work, and enduring legacy of Olga Fisch.

Olga Fisch: Habitar el Mundo traces the remarkable journey of an artist, designer, collector, and cultural mediator whose work brought Ecuadorian artisanal traditions into dialogue with modern art and international design.

Drawing on extensive research, archival documents, and historical photography, this monograph offers a critical exploration of Olga Fisch’s life and work (Budapest, 1901 – Quito, 1990), highlighting her influential role in the recognition and appreciation of Ecuador’s popular arts.

The publication examines the intersections of modern art and design, traditional craftsmanship, pre-Hispanic artistic expressions, collecting, and cultural exchange, placing Fisch’s legacy within the broader transformations of twentieth-century Ecuador and its connections to Latin America and the world.

Published by Fundación EACHEVE, this bilingual Spanish-English edition brings together contributions from Ecuadorian and international scholars, offering a comprehensive perspective on Fisch’s contribution to Ecuadorian art and design.