Description:
(Primary Pioneer of the 'Dada Movement' and 'Surrealism' Known for His Work 'A Week of Kindness')
Max Ernst was a famous German painter, sculptor and graphic artist. He was a leading advocate of surrealism and propagated irrationality in art. As a child, he was greatly influenced by his father, who was an amateur painter and also a stern disciplinarian. While his strictness ingrained in Max a tendency to revolt he also introduced him to the world of art and inspired him to take up painting as a profession. Unfortunately, his life as an artist was interrupted by the onset of World War I. Max was sent to fight in both the Western and Eastern Front. That he did not enjoy the experience is evident from his autobiography. Once released from military duty Ernst took up painting once more and soon was converted to Dadaism. He later sneaked into France using forged document and began experimenting with different mode of arts. Then the Second World War erupted. He was first arrested, but was later allowed to travel to the United States. However, he never stopped painting. It was his life.
Birthday
April 2, 1891 (Aries)
Alternative names
Maximilian Maria Ernst
Died on
April 1, 1976
Spouse/Ex-
Dorothea Tanning, Luise Straus, Marie-Berthe Aurenche, Peggy Guggenheim
Parents
Philipp Ernst
Children
Jimmy Ernst
What art movement was Max Ernst associated with?
Max Ernst was associated with the Dada and Surrealist art movements.
What are some notable artworks by Max Ernst?
Some notable artworks by Max Ernst include "The Elephant Celebes," "The Robing of the Bride," and "The Virgin Spanking the Christ Child before Three Witnesses: André Breton, Paul Éluard, and the Painter."
How did Max Ernst contribute to the development of Surrealism?
Max Ernst contributed to the development of Surrealism through his use of innovative techniques such as frottage and grattage, as well as his exploration of the subconscious mind in his artworks.
What influenced Max Ernst's artistic style?
Max Ernst's artistic style was influenced by his interest in psychology, philosophy, and the study of dreams, as well as by his experiences during World War I.
How did Max Ernst's artwork evolve over his career?
Max Ernst's artwork evolved from Dada-inspired collages and assemblages to Surrealist paintings and sculptures that delved into the realms of the unconscious and the fantastical.
