Installation view, El Principio del Vacío exhibition at the MAC Lima.

In the 1950s, a new language of an universal character with its own characteristics was set in motion, promoted by young artists under the influence of Ricardo Grau, Lajos D'ebneth, Jean Dewasne and Jorge de Oteiza, and the actions of Grupo Espacio and Galería de Lima, seeking to break the figurative trend.