Artist Studies 1620 : by Jean Arp

ℹ️ Jean Arp (1886-1966) was a French-German artist and poet known for his contributions to the Dada and Surrealist movements. Born on September 16, 1886, in Strasbourg, Alsace-Lorraine, Arp's work spanned a variety of mediums, including sculpture, painting, poetry, and collage. He was a pioneer of abstract art, known for his biomorphic forms and playful, organic shapes. Arp's art often explored the relationship between chance and artistic creation, incorporating elements of randomness and spontaneity into his work. He was also a founding member of the Dada movement in Zurich and later joined the Surrealist group in Paris. Arp's innovative approach to art and his exploration of the subconscious continue to influence artists to this day.