1886 - 1966
Jean Arp was a German-French sculptor, painter, and poet born on September 16, 1886, in Strasbourg, France. He was a key figure in the Dada movement and later associated with Surrealism, known for his abstract sculptures and biomorphic forms that emphasize spontaneity and organic shapes. Arp's work had a significant influence on modern art, contributing to the development of various artistic movements throughout the 20th century.