Born Ferdinand Fallik in Czechoslovakia, Gyula Kosice emigrated to Argentina as a child, where he became a central figure in the development of South American avant-garde art. He was a co-founder of the Madí movement, which sought to break away from traditional figurative representation in favor of concrete, non-figurative forms.

His practice is defined by the integration of industrial materials and natural elements, most notably his pioneering use of water and neon gas to create hydrokinetic sculptures. These works often explored themes of movement, light, and the intersection of technology with the physical environment.

Kosice's legacy continues to be recognized in major international surveys, including his inclusion in the 2026 exhibition New Humans: Memories of the Future at the New Museum in New York, which examines the historical and contemporary impact of technology on human identity.