Jean Arp was born Hans Arp on September 16, 1886, in Strasbourg. In 1904, after leaving the École des Arts et Métiers, Strasbourg, he visited Paris and published his poetry for the first time. From 1905–07, Arp studied at the Kunstschule, Weimar and in 1908 went to Paris, where he attended the Académie Julian. In 1909, he moved to Switzerland and in 1911 was a founder of the Moderner Bund group there. The following year, he met Robert and Sonia Delaunay in Paris and Wassily Kandinsky in Munich.
Arp participated in the Erste Deutsche Herbstsalon in 1913 at the gallery Der Sturm, Berlin. After returning to Paris in 1914, he became acquainted with Guillaume Apollinaire, Max Jacob, Amedeo Modigliani and Pablo Picasso. In 1915, he moved to Zurich, where he executed collages and tapestries, often in collaboration with his future wife Sophie Taeuber (who became known as Sophie Taeuber-Arp after they married in 1922).
In 1916, Hugo Ball opened the Cabaret Voltaire, which was to become the center of Dada activities in Zurich for a group that included Arp, Marcel Janco, Tristan Tzara, and others. Arp continued his involvement with Dada after moving to Cologne in 1919. In 1922, he participated in the Kongress der Konstruktivisten in Weimar and the Exposition Internationale Dada at Galerie Montaigne in Paris. Soon thereafter, he began contributing to magazines such as Merz, Mécano, De Stijl and later, to La Révolution surréaliste.
Arp’s work appeared in the first exhibition of the Surrealist group at the Galerie Pierre, Paris in 1925. In 1926, he settled in Meudon, France. In 1931, Arp was associated with the Paris based group Abstraction-Création and the periodical transition. Throughout the 1930s and until the end of his life, he continued to write and publish poetry and essays. In 1942, he fled Meudon for Zurich after which he was to make Meudon his primary residence again in 1946. The artist visited New York in 1949 on the occasion of his solo show at Curt Valentin’s Buchholz Gallery. In 1950, he was invited to execute a relief for the Harvard Graduate Center in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In 1954, Arp received the Grand Prize for Sculpture at the Venice Biennale. A retrospective of his work was held at the Museum of Modern Art, New York in 1958, followed by another at the Musée National d'Art Moderne, Paris in 1962. Arp died on June 7, 1966, in Basel.
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Jean Arp Abstract Bronze Sculpture Growth circa 1960s Mid Century Modern Art
By Jean Arp
Located in Atlanta, GA
Abstract Bronze Sculpture, entitled "Growth" by Jean Arp, France, circa 1960s. It measures 6.5" height x 3" width (including base). Retains warm original patina.
Bronze
Jean Arp Color Lithographs 18.5"H x 25.25"W Mid Century Modern Abstract Art
By Jean Arp
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of Jean Arp color lithographs, France, circa 1950s. They are priced at $450 each or $800 for the pair. We purchased a group of these color lithographs from the estate of a ...
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Jean Arp Color Lithographs 18.5"H x 14.5"W Mid Century Modern Abstract Art
By Jean Arp
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of Jean Arp color lithographs, France, circa 1950s. They are priced at $450 each. We purchased a group of these color lithographs from the estate of a couple that lived in ...
Glass, Wood, Paper
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20th Century Jean Hans Arp Bassett Doll 'Poupée Basset' Bronze Sculpture
By Jean Arp
Located in Paris, FR
Off-print copy, offered by the artist to the previous owner.
Bronze
Abstract Mid-Century Modern Organic Wooden Sculpture, 1960's
Located in Den Haag, NL
Abstract Mid-Century Modern Organic Wooden Sculpture, 1960's
Wood
Bronze Sculpture – Abstracted Head, 20th Century
By Brancusi
Located in DE KWAKEL, NL
This intimate bronze sculpture depicts a reclining head in a state of calm introspection. Its smooth, rounded contours and closed eyes convey a serene, timeless expression. The styli...
Bronze
$1,050
H 2 in W 29.88 in D 0.07 in
Contemporary Signed French Abstract Color Lithograph, Colorful French Modern Art
Located in Miami, FL
Modern French Color Lithograph signed Fitzori, French school color lithograph Titled "Bonjour Madame". This original French color lithograph bursting with vibrant, eye-catching col...
Paper
$360Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 24 in D 1 in
Mid-Century Modern Unframed Matted Monoprint Signed J. Hovadik 1965 8/25
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is an original, abstract monoprint, signed by J. Hovadik, dated 1969. Matted and in excellent condition. The dimensions are 24" W x 30" H.
Paper
$360Sale Price|20% Off
H 19.1 in W 27.76 in D 0.1 in
Mid Century Modern Abstract Art Lithograph Signed Aki Kimoto
Located in Miami, FL
Original modern art lithograph by Japanese artist Aki Kimoto. This colorful piece bears an original signature and is number 12/150 of the limited edition. Combining cubic images as w...
Paper
$9,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 34 in W 13 in D 13 in
Paul Evans Sculpture 1950s 1960s Mid Century Brutalist Abstract Metal Modern Art
By Alberto and Diego Giacometti
Located in Peoria, AZ
AFTER PAUL EVANS MID CENTURY MODERN MONUMENTAL BRUTALIST FINE ART DIRECT METAL SCULPTURE! MAGNIFICENT TOWER STRUCTURE! IRON, BRASS, BRONZE & WOOD BASE CIRCA 1956 Similar to Diego Giacometi Approximate Dimensions: Large 34" Tower/ 13" Wide & Deep This is the Holy Grail for Mid Century abstract...
Bronze, Iron
$1,160Sale Price|20% Off
H 21.25 in W 28 in D 1 in
Alexander Calder "Merging Curves" Unsigned Abstract Color Lithograph
By Alexander Calder
Located in Skokie, IL
Alexander Calder "Merging Curves" Unsigned Abstract Color Lithograph "Merging Curves" is an abstract color lithograph by American artist and sculptor Alexander Calder (1898-1976). ...
Metal
Abstract Bronzed Copper Metal Wood Sculpture, circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
A signed copper abstract sculpture on wood base, circa 1960s. Sculpture is copper, with a beautiful rich dark brown patina, adhered to rectangular wood base. Signature (illegible) on...
Copper
$800Sale Price / item|33% Off
H 13.5 in W 6.75 in D 0.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Unframed Calyph's Favorite Erté Hand Signed Lithograph
By Erté
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a marvelous, hand signed lithograph by artist Erté, father of the Art Deco movement. Size is 13.5" H x 6.75” W. In excellent vintage condition. Romain de...
Paper
20th Century Abstract Bronze Sculpture
Located in Bagshot, GB
A fantastic piece of abstract art in the form of a bronze sculpture. With sharp casting in the form of a shell motif and figurine and with a great verdi gris patina.
Bronze
$1,800
H 32.5 in Dm 9 in
Mid Century Modern Abstract Organic Biomorphic Carved Wood Totem Sculpture 1960s
Located in Troy, MI
Large hand carved abstract wood sculpture by Oliver De France Circa 1960s Carved from a single block of richly grained pine with a dimensional interplay of biomorphic forms and clu...
Pine
$800Sale Price / item|33% Off
H 13 in W 10 in D 0.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Deco Unframed Calyph's Concubine Erte Signed Lithograph
By Erté
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a gorgeous, unframed, hand signed lithograph by artist Erte, father of the Art Deco movement. Size is 13” H x 10” W unframed. Romain de Tirtoff was a Rus...
Paper
Jean Arp FUCINA DEGLI ANGELI VENIZIA Glass Sculpture, Murano
By Jean Arp
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jean (Hans) Arp (German/French, 1886-1966), Egidio Costantini (Italian, 1912-2007) Marking(s); notes: signed, marking(s) Materials: glass Dimensions (H...
Glass
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H 9.5 in W 9.5 in D 1 in
Jean Arp: At The Metropolitan Museum of Art - 1972 - Exhibition Collection Book
By Jean Arp
Located in Rochester, NY
Jean Arp - At The Metropolitan Museum of Art - 1972 - 1st Edition. From the collection of Mme Marguerite Arp and Arthur and Madeleine Lejwa. Soft cover green card book with original ...
Paper
Original Lithograph by Jean Arp, 1938
By Jean Arp
Located in Malton, GB
This is a beautiful 1930's Lithograph by German-French artist Jean Arp. This was for "XXe Siècle" published by San Lazzaro, Paris, 1938. Currently un mounted but we can frame if you ...
Paper
1950s Color Lithograph by Jean 'Hans' Arp for Guilde de la Gravure
By Jean Arp
Located in Sagaponack, NY
"Configuration" color lithograph on paper. Signature and edition "XX/LX" (20/60) in pencil with embossed "GUILDE DE LA GRAVURE" press marking. Model: Arntz 237.
Paper
1950s Color Lithograph by Jean 'Hans' Arp
By Jean Arp
Located in Sagaponack, NY
"Composition with Five Forms" color lithograph on rives wove paper, signed in pencil. 23/25.
Paper
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H 19.69 in W 23.63 in D 1.19 in
'Untitled' Woodcut by Jean 'Hans' Arp, circa 1955, Hand Signed and Numbered
By Jean Arp
Located in London, GB
Hand signed and numbered 10/50 in pencil. Presented in new high quality black ash box frame. About the artist: Arp, a sculptor, poet, painter and printmaker, was a founding m...
Paper
Large Lithograph by Jean Arp Signed and Numbered
By Jean Arp
Located in Stamford, CT
A large-scale lithograph by Jean Arp titled Plakat Basel. Color lithograph produbed in 1961. Printed by Wasserman, Basel. Published by Kunsthalle, Basel. Print has full margins. Signed and numberd 70/75 in pencil, lower margin. Framed using archival acid free materials in a 13-carat white gold frame...
Paper
Jean Arp Lithographs
By Jean Arp
Located in Atlanta, GA
Jean Arp lithographs or etchings, circa 1930s. They have been framed in clean lined black lacquer gallery frames. The larger lithograph measures 18...
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H 27.75 in W 24.25 in D 1.25 in
Jean 'Hans' Arp "Presque Vase et Fleur" Lithograph in Colors, 1955
By Jean Arp
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modernist Jean (Hans) Arp. "Presque Vase et Fleur" (A. 331), lithograph in colors, 1955, hand signed in pencil by the artist and numbered 197/200. Attractively matted and framed with a custom gallery partial gilt-wooden frame. Sheet: 19" H X 16.5" W. including frame: 27.75" H X 24.25" W. Depicting an abstract black vase with a grey flower on a yellow background, an iconic example of Arp's work. Jean Arp. B. 1886, STRASSBURG, GERMANY; D. 1966, BASEL Jean Arp was born Hans Arp on September 16, 1886, in Strassburg. In 1904, after leaving the Ecole des Arts et Métiers, Strasbourg, he visited Paris and published his poetry for the first time. From 1905 to 1907, Arp studied at the Kunstschule, Weimar, and in 1908 went to Paris, where he attended the Académie Julian. In 1909, he moved to Switzerland and in 1911 was a founder of the Moderner Bund group there. The following year, he met Robert and Sonia Delaunay in Paris and Vasily Kandinsky in Munich. Arp participated in the Erste deutsche Herbstsalon in 1913 at the gallery Der Sturm, Berlin. After returning to Paris in 1914, he became acquainted with Guillaume Apollinaire, Max Jacob, Amadeo Modigliani, and Pablo Picasso. In 1915, he moved to Zurich, where he executed collages and tapestries, often in collaboration with his future wife Sophie Taeuber (who became known as Sophie Taeuber-Arp after they married in 1922). In 1916, Hugo Ball...
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H 35 in W 26.5 in D 1.25 in
Jean Arp "De La Famille Des Etoiles" ‘A. 359’ Lithograph Printed in Colors, 1965
By Jean Arp
Located in New York, NY
Jean Arp. "De la famille des etoiles" (A. 359), 1965, hand signed by the artist in pencil and numbered 70/100, lithograph printed in colors. Measures: sheet 28.5" H...
Glass, Paint, Paper, Wood
Jean Hans Arp, Stone Sculpture
By Jean Arp
Located in Paris, FR
Stone sculpture, abstract form.
Stone
Jean Hans Arp, Crown of Buds II (Couronne de Bourgeons II)
By Jean Arp
Located in Paris, FR
Crown of Buds II sculpture by Jean Arp. Plaster.
Plaster