Jean Arp (Hans Arp)

Hans Arp, Hatje Cantz Verlag, 1994

‘Hans Arp is one of the great sculptors of the 20th century, a “modern classic” and at the same time a “topical contemporary”. His fame is based primarily on his sculptures with their organically rounded forms which appear to have been developed according to the principles of nature, yet without seeking to imitate nature itself. However, his work also contains reliefs, collages, poems and drawings. These forms of expression combine to create a deeply personal oeuvre in which change, destruction and regeneration form a constant productive cycle. This publication is a work of reference which traces the history of the artist’s development, illustrated by examples of selected works and elucidated by Arp’s own texts, essays on his sculptures, reliefs, poetry and reception.’

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  • Format Book
  • Year 1994
  • Client/Publisher Hatje Cantz Verlag
  • Size 214mm x 275mm
Jean Arp (Hans Arp) worked as a sculptor, painter and poet. He was an abstract artist, as well as being heavily involved in the Dadaist movement. Explore related designers including Kurt Schwitters and El Lissitzky. See also Dada and 1920s graphic design history.

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Hans Arp, Hatje Cantz Verlag, 1994
Hans Arp, Hatje Cantz Verlag, 1994
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