“Thumbprint” is an artwork created by Piero Manzoni in 1960, associated with the Conceptual Art movement and classified under the genre of figurative art.
The artwork features a single thumbprint centrally positioned on a plain background. Below the thumbprint, the artist’s name “Piero Manzoni” is inscribed, along with a designation that resembles a serial number or edition mark. The thumbprint, rendered in dark ink, contrasts sharply against the stark white backdrop, drawing the viewer’s attention to the unique patterns and textures of the thumbprint itself. The piece is framed with a blue mat, which further accentuates the central motif and provides a minimalist yet striking aesthetic that emphasizes the individuality and identity inherent in a single thumbprint.
