Post-War European Art
Definition
This term refers to the art produced in Europe following World War II, often characterized by a focus on abstraction, existential themes, and the exploration of new materials and forms, reflecting the social, political, and psychological upheaval of the time.
History
Post-War European art was shaped by the trauma of the war and the subsequent political and social changes, with artists often rejecting traditional forms and exploring new ways of expressing the complexities of the modern world, leading to movements such as Art Informel, Arte Povera, and Nouveau Réalisme.
Notable Examples
Alberto Giacometti
Walking Man, 1960
Lucio Fontana
Concetto Spaziale, Attese, 1965
Key Artists & Movements
Key figures include Alberto Giacometti, known for his existential sculptures that reflect the alienation of the post-war era, and Lucio Fontana, whose slashed canvases challenged traditional notions of space and materiality in art.
Techniques & Materials
Techniques range from abstract painting and sculpture to mixed media and installation, often with a focus on materiality, process, and the exploration of existential themes. Artists frequently experimented with new materials, techniques, and forms to express the disorientation, fragmentation, and search for meaning that characterized the post-war period.
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