Artist Info: Marino Marini One of Italy's most important contemporary artists, Marino Marini is most well-known for his dynamic semi-abstract portrayals of the Horse and Rider theme. The vitality of his images and their primitive, archaic forms have been hailed by art critics and have warranted him many international awards. His work is represented in museums throughout Europe and the United States and several of his sculptural works are on display at the Art Institute of Chicago.